Job Vacancy
Knowledge
All jobholders are required to be numerate, effective communicators, and experienced in dealing with the public.
Previous caretaking/cleaning experience is desirable.
Closing Date: Sunday, 31st August 2025
Interview Date: Thursday, 11th September 2025
Job Details
Position Title: Caretaker
Directorate: Place
Working from Home: No
Location: Lasswade High School
Contract Status: Permanent
Hours of Work: 17.50 hours per week
Working Pattern: Monday to Friday, 1:30 pm to 5:00 pm
Weeks per Year: 40
Successful applicants will be appointed to the first point on the salary scale, in accordance with Midlothian Council policy.
Based on 17.5 hours over 40 weeks per year, the minimum actual salary for this position is £11,573.57 per annum.
Requirements
This post is considered Regulated Work with Children and Adults under the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (Scotland) Act, 2007. It is an offence to apply if you are barred from working with children and adults. Successful candidates will require PVG Scheme membership for Regulated Work with Children and Adults. You will need to join the Scheme or undergo a PVG Scheme Update check before starting employment. The cost will be covered by you. For more information, visit www.disclosurescotland.gov.uk.
Note: Disclosure Scotland now issues PVG certificates electronically. You will be notified by email when your certificate is available. You can view and share this certificate with your employer within 14 days of viewing. If access is not granted within this period, a new application will be necessary, incurring an additional cost.
Additional Information
If you experience difficulties applying or accessing documents, or if you require reasonable adjustments due to a disability, please email recruitment@midlothian.gov.uk with the post reference number.
Midlothian Council is undergoing transformation to improve service delivery. Existing employees may be considered for suitable alternative roles, which could involve internal interviews before wider recruitment. Internal candidates may experience longer processing times.
If you are a trainee in a Midlothian Council Training Programme, have a disability, or are a care-experienced young person, you are eligible for a guaranteed interview if you meet the essential criteria.
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