Apply for a job placement at Midlothian Council

Finding it difficult getting a job? Midlothian Council has a number of paid placement opportunities for people who live in the area, who are over 25, and who have been out of work for more than a year.

No One Left Behind

Part of the Scottish Government’s “No One Left Behind” project, the placements are aimed at those who face a barrier to employment. They will last for 6 months and vary between 16 to 30 hours a week. They cover a wide range of service areas including catering, roads, facilities, communities, and lifelong learning and employability. 

How to apply or get help

• Find out more and apply at the Myjobscotland website (link removed)
• If you need any help/support with the application, there is a drop in session on Thursday 31 March, 1-3 pm in Penicuik Town Hall and on Monday 4 April, 11am-1pm at Eskdaill Court, Dalkeith
• If you would like to know more about these opportunities or get help to apply, email CLL@midlothian.gov.uk