Lifelong Learning and Leisure Co-ordinator

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Normally it is essential that the Jobholder holds the HNC in Leisure Management or equivalent relevant discipline. Exceptionally, however, consideration may be given to a candidate who can demonstrate extensive experience in performing a similar role, and is prepared to commit to a programme of development which leads to the award of the HNC qualification within an agreed timescale.

It is desirable that the jobholder has a level two swim instructor’s qualification.

It is desirable that the jobholder holds the National Pool Management qualification.

Experience

It is essential that the jobholder has experience of working with the public in a multi-faceted learning or leisure setting, and has a basic book keeping/accounts knowledge including writing/submitting funding applications.

It is desirable that the job holder has supervised staff and has experience of developing. Strategically planning, delivering and evaluating learning programmes.

CLOSING DATE - 3 December 2024 

INTERVIEW DATE - week commencing 9 December 2024 

Vacancy Information

Position Title: Lifelong Learning and Leisure Co-ordinator

Directorate: Children, Young People & Partnerships

Location: Beeslack Community High School

Contract Status: Permanent

Hours of Work: 20 hours per week 

Working Pattern: TBC

Weeks per year: 52

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

Based on 20 hours over 52 weeks per year, the minimum actual salary for this position is £20,899.01 per annum.

Requirements

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

Successful candidates will require PVG Scheme membership for Regulated Work with Protected 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

Additional Information

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 recruitment@midlothian.gov.uk 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 you are eligible for a guaranteed interview if you meet the essential criteria for the post.