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Midlothian Council; Loanhead; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 24,000; Part time

Job summary

Midlothian Council is seeking a Youth Worker for Loanhead Primary School. The role supports children and young people with social, emotional and behavioral needs, building trust and helping them feel safe and ready to learn.

The position is permanent, 27.5 hours per week, with shifts Monday–Thursday 08:30–15:15 and Friday 08:30–12:15. Salary starts at the first point on the scale, with PVG clearance required.

Qualifications

• Fully trained jobholders must hold a minimum SVQ3 level qualification in Youth Work, or equivalent subject, and have experience supporting children and young people in an educational setting.
• Youth Worker (B) Experienced jobholders who have not yet attained the SVQ3 level qualification in Youth Work or equivalent but are currently studying towards it will be paid at SCP 35.
• Full clean UK driving licence.

Responsibilities

• This post is Regulated Work with Children under the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (Scotland) Act, 2007.
• PVG Scheme membership is required prior to commencing employment with Midlothian Council.
• If you have spent more than 3 months living or working outside the UK, a copy of an overseas criminal record check may be required.

Skills

SVQ3 Youth Work

Driving Licence

Experience with children

Education

SVQ3 in Youth Work

Equivalent subject

Job description

Youth Worker - Loanhead Primary School - MID07708

We are looking to appoint an enthusiastic, nurturing and trauma-informed Youth Worker to join our dedicated team supporting children and young people with social, emotional and behavioural needs.

You will be someone who builds strong, trusting relationships, understands the impact of trauma and adversity, and is passionate about helping children feel safe, valued and ready to learn.

The successful candidate will see the child behind the behaviour, bring warmth and patience to every interaction, and believe that every child can thrive when provided with the right support.

KNOWLEDGE

Fully trained jobholders must hold a minimum SVQ3 level qualification in Youth Work, or equivalent subject, and have experience supporting children and young people in an educational setting.

Youth Worker (B) Experienced jobholders who have not yet attained the SVQ3 level qualification in Youth Work or equivalent but are currently studying towards it will be paid at SCP 35.

Full clean UK driving licence.

CLOSING DATE - Tuesday 29

th September 2026

th October 2026

Requirements

Position Title: Youth Worker

Location: Loanhead Primary School

Contract Status: Permanent

Hours of Work: 27.5 hours per week

Working Pattern: Monday – Thursday: 08:30 – 15:15; Friday: 08:30 – 12:15

Weeks per year: 39

Please note that it is Midlothian Councils policy that successful applicants will be appointed to the first point on the salary scale.

Based on 27.5 hours over 39 weeks per year, the minimum actual salary for this position is £21,444.65 per annum.

Responsibilities

This post is considered Regulated Work with Children under the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (Scotland) Act, 2007. Therefore, it is an offence to apply if you are barred from working with children.

Successful candidates will require PVG Scheme membership for Regulated Work with Children, You will be required to join the Scheme or undergo a PVG Scheme Update check prior to commencing employment with Midlothian Council, the cost of which will be met by you. For further information on the PVG Scheme please visit

www.disclosurescotland.gov.uk

Please note that Disclosure Scotland has changed the way PVG certificates are issued. You will be notified by email from Disclosure Scotland that your certificate is available to view. Once you have viewed your certificate you will be allowed to share this with your employer and it is only available for 14 days from the first day you have viewed the certificate. If you do not grant access to Midlothian Council to view before access is removed, a further application will need to be generated, and this will incur an additional cost.

PLEASE NOTE:

If you have spent more than 3 months working or living out with the UK in the last 5 years then you will also be required to present a copy of an overseas criminal record check. Details of how to apply and contact details can be found on the GOV.UK website.

The Individual

If you have difficulty applying for this post or accessing attached documents, or if you have a disability and reasonable adjustment is required, please email [e-mail] to discuss with member of the Recruitment Team stating the post reference number.

Midlothian Council is currently undergoing a period of transformation, changing and improving the way it delivers services in Midlothian. As a consequence, there are a number of existing employees for whom we are committed to seeking suitable alternative employment within the Council in accordance with our legal obligations. Candidates are advised that, for some vacancies, internal candidates in this situation will be interviewed before the wider selection pool and a slightly longer delay may be experienced before application outcomes can be advised to you. Thank you for your patience in this matter.

If you are a trainee of a Midlothian Council Training Programme, have a disability or you are a care experienced young person who has previously been a looked after child, you are eligible for a guaranteed interview if you meet the essential criteria for the post.