Further details of this role are via the Person Specification. Please note: the attached Job Description is a generic Wider Achievement and Lifelong Learning Development Officer resource.

As this opportunity comprises two positions (1.4 FTE total), we are keen to recruit persons with complementary competencies and receive applications from those interested in full or part-time working; we are open to different FTE combinations. The combined solution will provide the necessary breadth and depth of competency to deliver the relevant OL&AE strategic priorities. The successful applicants will bring energy, creativity, and a passion for OL&AE; using these to grow their roles. We are committed to developing postholders’ potential and aspirations aligned to our strategic priorities via career-long professional learning and new opportunities.

The successful applicants will be required to regularly visit locations across the City and occasionally beyond, including the Council's Benmore and Lagganlia Outdoor Centres. The roles are predominantly indoor-based. There is some working outdoors throughout the year in different environmental conditions, sometimes in remote and potentially hazardous locations. Suitable and sufficient PPE, induction, and support are provided. The allocated work office is Bangholm Outdoor Centre, Edinburgh, and successful applicants will be line managed by the Bangholm Operations Manager. Successful applicants will be required occasional weekends and evenings. Some homeworking may be possible from time to time, subject to approval by the Bangholm Operations Manager. Most working will be via Council offices.

We hope you are excited by the opportunity to make a significant contribution to OL&AE in Edinburgh and beyond. Please ensure any application is relevant and specific to this advert and attached information. Generic and speculative applications will be rejected. Interviews are expected to take place in August. For further information which may support your application and any questions, please contact Andrew.Bagnall@edinburgh.gov.uk (Bangholm Outdoor Centre) or in their absence; Andrew.Bradshaw@edinburgh.gov.uk.

This post is regulated work with children and/or protected adults under the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (Scotland) Act 2007. The preferred candidate will be required to join the PVG Scheme or undergo a PVG Scheme update check. Where an individual has spent a continuous period of 3 months or more out with the UK in the last 5 years, an Overseas Criminal Record Check will be required. You will be required to provide this check. An unconditional offer of employment and commencement in the post will be subject to the outcome of both these pre-employment checks being deemed satisfactory.

We are committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce where everyone feels valued and able to be their best. We particularly encourage applications from women for senior roles, as well as people from minority ethnic backgrounds, people with disabilities or neurodivergent people, care experienced people, carers, and LGBT+ people across all levels of the organisation, all of whom are currently underrepresented. All applicants will be considered fairly based on skills and experience. Disabled and care-experienced applicants who meet the minimum job criteria will be guaranteed an interview.

Find out more about our commitment to equalities https://www.edinburgh.gov.uk/work-us/inclusive-edinburgh/4

As part of our goal to improve organisational culture and create a great place to work together for the people of Edinburgh, we want to make sure we're recruiting the best people. We’re interested not only in your skills and experience but also in your approach to work. Therefore, part of our interview process will be an assessment of how you would bring Our Behaviours of Respect, Integrity, and Flexibility into your ways of working.

You can find out more on Our Behaviours web page Our Behaviours – The City of Edinburgh Council

Our salary range typically reflects the initial starting salary and annually increases until it reaches the top of the range.

Happy to talk flexible working.

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THE CITY OF EDINBURGH COUNCIL

About Us:

Are you keen to shape the future of Scotland’s capital city? The City of Edinburgh Council is looking for dedicated and enthusiastic individuals to work with us and deliver key services across our capital city. We’re the second largest local authority in Scotland with a workforce of over 19,000 who all play a crucial role in maintaining and supporting vital services to over 500,000 residents. We offer an incredible variety of career opportunities across a broad range of sectors. Join us and you’ll find a role where you can make a difference and grow your career.

Our Culture:

Our Behaviours, respect, integrity, and flexibility guide everything that we do, and we strive to make sure all colleagues feel valued and have a sense of belonging in the workplace. We want to make sure that we bring people into our roles who demonstrate Our Behaviours and are dedicated and committed to our purpose of serving our community. We are focused on delivering excellent customer service to meet citizens' needs and make the city a better place.

You can find out more on Our Behaviours web page Our Behaviours – The City of Edinburgh Council.

Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion:

We recognise the benefits that diverse perspectives, experiences, and backgrounds bring to our organisation, and we’re committed to employing a workforce that represents the population of the city we serve. We particularly encourage applicants from under-represented groups including women, LGBT+ people, racially minoritised groups, people with disabilities, and people who are neurodivergent.

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