At a Glance
- Tasks: Support facilities management and ensure a safe, efficient environment for students.
- Company: East Lothian Council, dedicated to community service and education.
- Benefits: Competitive pay, job security, and the chance to make a difference in education.
- Other info: Full-time role with opportunities for personal growth and development.
- Why this job: Join a supportive team and contribute to a positive school environment.
- Qualifications: Good education standard and relevant experience; driving licence preferred.
The predicted salary is between 29000 - 31000 £ per year.
The salary advertised is full time (35 hours per week, 52 weeks per year). Part-time hours / sessional posts will be pro-rated accordingly.
Hourly rate of pay: £13.95 - £14.83. This is a 52 week non-sessional post i.e. it will include working during the school holidays.
Days and Hours of Work:
- Week 1: Monday - Thursday, 07:00-14:15; Friday, 07:00-13:30
- Week 2: Monday - Thursday, 13:45-21:00; Friday, 13:00-19:30
To start August 2026.
Job Details: Assist the Facilities Co-ordinator / Area Officer with the provision of an efficient and effective integrated facilities management service within East Lothian Council/Partner premises.
Please download the Job Outline/Person Specification (available under 'Job Attachments') for the full range of tasks and duties associated with this job. You will need to refer to these in order to complete the application form. You must ensure you meet every 'essential' criteria stated on the Person Specification to be considered for interview.
The ‘East Lothian Way’ – values and behaviours we expect our employees to demonstrate in their everyday work. Should you be invited to interview, you may be asked questions based on these behaviours. Please refer to the document via the link to familiarise yourself with them.
Job Requirements:
Relevant Qualifications:A good general standard of education and/or able to demonstrate equivalent knowledge, skills and competencies gained through relevant experience.
Driving Licence:A full current driving licence is desirable for this post.
PVG Membership:This post is considered as a Regulated Role with vulnerable children and/or protected adults, as specified in the Disclosure (Scotland) Act 2020. All preferred candidates for posts carrying out regulated work with these groups will be required to become a PVG Scheme member, or undergo a PVG Scheme update if they are already a member, prior to any formal offer of employment being made by East Lothian Council.
Please note: PVG member’s records are constantly updated with any new vetting information that arises. Any information that is disclosed on a PVG membership or update check, if relevant to the post being applied for, will be discussed with the applicant and investigated prior to any formal offer being made.
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 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.
Additional Information: For additional East Lothian Council employment information please click on the following link: www.eastlothian.gov.uk/nonteachinginfo.
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If you require further information about this vacancy, please call 01620 827868, or email us on recruitment@eastlothian.gov.uk.
Please note: East Lothian Council do not accept CV's (either electronically or by mail). All our vacancies must be applied for by fully completing the on-line application form. Although there is an ‘import data from my CV’ function on MyJobScotland, this only imports very limited data and should not be relied upon to complete the application form. If, for example, due to a disability, you are unable to complete the on-line application form you can contact us for a paper application via the telephone number or email address above.
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