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As a Relief Counsellor, you will provide therapeutic counselling to individuals accessing CrossReach Counselling Services. Working as part of a supportive and professional team, you will help ensure clients receive a high quality, compassionate service that supports wellbeing, resilience and personal growth. This flexible relief role allows you to contribute your professional skills within an established counselling service committed to strong clinical standards and person centred care. What your day could look like • Providing therapeutic counselling using an appropriate recognised theoretical model, • Holding clinical responsibility for your own caseload from referral through to completion of therapy and evaluation, • Maintaining accurate and confidential therapeutic records using approved systems, • Working closely with clinical and business support colleagues to ensure coordinated care, • Attending and contributing to clinical and management supervision, • Working in line with safeguarding, data protection and professional ethical standards, • Liaising with other professionals where safeguarding concerns arise, • Supporting service improvement through reflective practice and shared learning, • Maintaining your continuing professional development and keeping up to date with current research and best practice About you You will hold a Diploma in Counselling or another relevant qualification such as Art Therapy and be registered with PSA or HPC. A qualification in counselling for Children and Young People is desirable but not essential. You will have significant post qualifying practice hours and the ability to manage your own caseload while working effectively within a multidisciplinary team. You will bring strong communication skills, sound professional judgement and the ability to maintain appropriate boundaries and ethical practice. Good IT skills are required, including the ability to use Microsoft Office and online systems to maintain accurate records. You will value supervision and reflective practice, demonstrate strong self awareness and take responsibility for maintaining your own professional wellbeing. You must be respectful of the Christian ethos of CrossReach and able to work within it. This role requires membership of the Protecting Vulnerable Groups (PVG) Scheme and completion of the necessary vetting checks. What you will gain • Flexible relief work within an established counselling service, • Regular supervision and professional support, • Opportunities for continuing professional development, • The opportunity to contribute to a service that supports people through challenging life experiences If you are a qualified counsellor looking for flexible work where your professional skills can make a meaningful difference, we would welcome your application. Apply today. CrossReach has been at the forefront of high quality social care for over 150 years, providing loving care to people of all ages and supporting them to live life to the full whatever their circumstances. During that time, we have worked hard to understand the needs of the people who turn to us for help and with them have been at the forefront of pioneering services which have literally changed thousands of lives for the better. Today we are one of the largest social care providers in Scotland, with experience across a broad range of services. We are still growing, learning, and improving, thanks to the incredible people we have the privilege to support, and all those who support us. We are part of the Church of Scotland and aim to provide social care services and specialist resources in Christ’s name to further the caring work of the Church to people in challenging circumstances. As we do our work in Christ’s name you must be respectful of our Christian Ethos and be able to work within it. This post requires you to be a member of the Protecting Vulnerable Groups (PVG) Scheme and undertake the necessary vetting checks. You will also be required to be registered with SSSC and it is your professional responsibility to ensure that you meet the standards and criteria for registration. We have a legal obligation to ensure that we do not employ any worker who has not been granted the relevant permission to work in the UK. This permission is without exception granted by UK Visas and Immigrations. We are required to check the entitlement to work in the UK of all prospective employees, regardless of nationality or job category. We are committed to ensuring that we attract, retain, and develop the very best people to build a diverse and talented team and we recognise that every individual’s unique background, experience and ability contributes to our success. We aim to create an inclusive and inspiring environment where individuals feel valued and respected and where people can belong, thrive and be their very best, whoever they are. If you have any queries regarding this role or our recruitment process, please contact the Recruitment team on Please note: We reserve the right to close this advert prior to the closing date. Therefore, please make sure you complete and submit your application at an early stage. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION FOR CANDIDATES • Application Process: Please apply for this post by completing the application process on Jobtrain. You can find out more about our recruitment process CrossReach Recruitment Process, • CV Upload: DO NOT upload a CV as this will not be used for shortlisting purposes., • Deadline: Posts close at midnight on the indicated date., • Application Assistance: For help completing an application on Jobtrain, please click here - Application Guidance - Jobtrain, • To view our accessibility statement, please click here. CrossReach Accessibility Statement, • Communication: Please note that most of our communication is via email; therefore, please ensure you enter your email address accurately and ensure that “Jobtrain” and “CrossReach” are marked as safe email address. 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Trainee Health and Safety Manager – No Experience Needed Future-proof your career in Health and Safety – starting today. Looking for a career change? Currently employed but want something better? Or maybe you are between jobs and ready for a fresh start? ITOL Recruit’s Health and Safety Traineeship is designed to get you into a critical industry with zero experience required. Train online at your own pace and land your first health and safety role in 1-3 months. Please note this is a training course and fees apply Job guaranteed - complete the programme and get a job or get your money back. Our candidates earn £30,000-£45,000. Why Health and Safety Every workplace in the UK has a legal duty to protect its employees, which is why health and safety professionals are in constant demand. From construction and logistics to healthcare and corporate offices, skilled specialists are essential to reducing risks, ensuring compliance, and safeguarding staff. This demand translates into competitive salaries, career progression, and long-term job security. How It Works Step 1 – IOSH Managing Safely Begin with IOSH Managing Safely, an internationally recognised course designed for managers and supervisors. You will learn how to assess and control risks, understand legal responsibilities, and investigate incidents. Step 2 – NEBOSH General Certificate Build on your foundation with the NEBOSH General Certificate, the gold standard for health and safety professionals. This qualification covers workplace hazards, health and safety legislation, and how to design and implement effective safety systems. It’s one of the most widely recognised certifications across industries and opens the door to mid-level health and safety roles. Step 3 – Risk Assessments Next, you’ll complete a series of workplace-standard risk assessments. This step focuses on the practical application of everything you’ve learned, ensuring you canidentify hazards, evaluate risks, and recommend control measures. Step 4 – Job Placement Once qualified, our recruitment team works with you directly to prepare applications, set up interviews, and secure your first role in health and safety. What You Get • 100% online, self-paced training, • NEBOSH & IOSH certifications included, • 1-to-1 tutor and recruitment support, • Job guarantee – get a job or your money back, • Starting salary of £30,000–£45,000 We Get You Hired We're not new to this. ITOL Recruit has 15+ years of experience and has placed over 5,000 people into new roles. Our job programmes include certified tutors, UK-accredited qualifications, and one-on-one support from a recruitment adviser focused on placing you. We don't believe in empty promises. Complete our programme, follow the process, and if you don't land a job, you get your money back. "Eight weeks from complete beginner to Health and Safety Officer. The training was thorough and the job support was exceptional." – Chris M., now working as a Health and Safety Officer in Manchester Ready to Start? If you're detail-oriented, care about people's wellbeing, and want a career that makes a difference, we'll help you turn that into a role you can be proud of. Apply now, and one of our expert Career Advisors will be in touch within 4 working hours to guide you through your next steps.

CHSS Community Stroke Nurse – Lothian Salary: £35,205 per annum Location: Hybrid Hours: 32.5 hours per week (full time) Department: Services – Stroke Nursing Vacancy Type: Permanent Closing date: 27/03/26 Interviews: 09/04/26 Everyday people with chest, heart and stroke conditions leave hospital scared and alone. You can be part of our mission to make sure that there is no life half lived in Scotland. By joining Chest Heart and Stroke Scotland (CHSS) as a Community Stroke Nurse you can be the difference between people just surviving and really living. You will be part of Scotland’s leading charity providing support to people with Chest, Heart and Stroke conditions and Long Covid to live life to the full again. Our Community Healthcare Support Services provide access to a range of supported self-management and community recovery services to support people across Scotland to manage their health as well as possible and adjust to life after a diagnosis of a chest or heart condition or after a stroke. The Stroke Nurse plays a key role in supporting a seamless transition from hospital back into the community for people who have experienced a stroke and their families. The role focuses on helping individuals adjust to life after stroke by providing personalised information, advice and emotional support. A core part of the role is enabling people to develop confidence in self management, supporting them to build the skills and knowledge needed to manage their condition, maximise independence and improve their long term wellbeing. The Stroke Nurse will also help deliver the evidence-based, six-week Chronic Disease Self-Management Programme, supporting people to build confidence and skills in managing their long-term health. We are seeking an enthusiastic individual who is organised and motivated, with good communication skills. Candidates must have a first level general nursing qualification and have a minimum of 2 years’ post-registration experience in either a hospital or community setting. Experience working with people affected by stroke is essential. CHSS employees enjoy a variety of organisational benefits including Company pension scheme, generous holiday allowance, company sick pay, employee welfare support, payment of NMC annual registration fees and life assurance. CHSS also supports flexible recruitment through Working Families, and we are “Happy to Talk Flexible Working”. In line with our commitment to safeguarding, this role is subject to a PVG check. CHSS is committed to equality of opportunity and to providing a service which is free from unfair and unlawful discrimination. We therefore aim to ensure that no applicant, volunteer or member of staff is unfairly treated on the grounds of offending background. If you are interested in this post, please see our website by selecting the s1jobs apply button. Please note CVs will not be accepted.

Vacancy Information Days of Work: Monday - Friday To start 21st April 2026. \n Teacher of Additional Support Needs: The Brae SCN Provision \n East Lothian Council seek to appoint a positive, resilient, and inclusive individual for the position of Class Teacher, at The Brae. The Brae is the severe and complex needs provision attached to Rosehill High School, on the Wallyford Learning Campus. The Brae currently has six classes with a combined total of 41 learners. \n This secondary learning facility is designed to support creative approaches to learning, with a range of adaptive teaching spaces. Alongside up to date and digitally enabled classrooms, there is a STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Mathematics) wing, a Learning Resource Centre, extensive facilities to support the arts, and a state-of-the-art sport and leisure complex. Learning and teaching on the campus goes beyond the traditional classroom and encompasses outdoor learning and sustainability. The campus also includes a number of community and health spaces to support collaboration between a range of professionals and sectors. The Brae has been purpose built and includes exciting spaces such as our sensory room and bespoke playground. The Brae is very much part the wider Rosehill community and staff across the building work closely together at all levels, learning with an from each other. \n Each class teacher will play a crucial role in supporting the wellbeing and learning of young people with complex needs. \n The successful candidate must be able to demonstrate that they can: \n\n • Communicate clearly and kindly with young people to help reduce any barriers to presence, participation and achievement in school\n, • Work as part of the team around the child, building and maintaining strong relationships both within a class setting and across the wider school\n, • Exhibit the interpersonal skills required to play a full part in safeguarding and nurturing young people, offering the right balance of challenge and support\n, • Demonstrate leadership of learning, with a commitment to enacting young people’s right to a full curriculum and associated opportunities\n, • Commit to ongoing professional learning to best support those in their care\n

Vacancy Information Days of Work: Monday - Friday To start 10th August 2026. \n Applications are welcome from current probationers pending attainment of full registration with the GTCS. \n Teacher of Mathematics \n East Lothian Council seeks to appoint a dynamic and forward-thinking individual for the position of Teacher of Maths at Rosehill High School on the Wallyford Learning Campus. Our school opened in August 2023. We currently have around 600 young people and this roll will increase further in August 2026 as we move to a full school of S1-S6 for the first time. \n Our new secondary learning facility is designed to support creative approaches to pedagogy, with a range of adaptive teaching spaces. Alongside up to date and digitally enabled classrooms, there is a STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Mathematics) plaza, a Learning Resource Centre, extensive facilities to support the arts, and a state of the art sport and leisure complex. Learning and teaching on the campus go beyond the traditional classroom and encompass outdoor learning and learning for sustainability. The campus also includes a number of community and health spaces to support collaboration between a range of professionals and sectors. \n The successful candidate must be able to demonstrate that they can: \n\n • Deliver consistently high quality learning, teaching and assessment through inclusive pedagogical approaches\n, • Work collaboratively with colleagues to drive forward school improvement with an evidence-based mindset and an awareness of educational theory and research\n, • Contribute to an exciting and challenging curriculum which demonstrates coherence and progression, and meets the needs of all learners\n, • Exhibit the interpersonal skills required to play a full part in safeguarding and nurturing young people, offering the right balance of challenge and support\n

Every day people with chest, heart and stroke conditions are leaving hospital scared and alone. You can be part of our mission to make sure that there is no life half lived in Scotland. By joining Chest Heart and Stroke Scotland (CHSS) as a Governance Officer you can be the difference between people just surviving and really living. You will be part of Scotland’s leading health charity providing support to people with chest, heart and stroke conditions and Long Covid to live life to the full again. Our Community Healthcare Support Service provides access to a range of supported self management and community recovery services to support people across Scotland to manage their health as well as possible and adjust to life after a diagnosis of a chest or heart condition or after a stroke. The Governance Officer will provide support to the Chief Executive, Company Secretary and Senior Executive Assistant in Governance matters relating to the Board of Trustees. The role will ensure that CHSS has the structures, processes and procedures in place to ensure good governance and compliance with statutory Board obligations. CHSS employees enjoy a variety of organisational benefits including: Company pension scheme, generous holiday allowance, company sick pay, employee welfare support and life assurance. CHSS also supports flexible recruitment through Working Families and we are “Happy to Talk Flexible Working”. In line with our commitment to safeguarding, this role is subject to a Basic Disclosure check. CHSS is committed to equality of opportunity and to providing a service which is free from unfair and unlawful discrimination. We therefore aim to ensure that no applicant, volunteer or member of staff is unfairly treated on the grounds of offending background. Please select the s1jobs apply button to be redirected to our website. Please note CVs will not be accepted.

Thrive Childcare and Education in Scotland! Full Time (40 hours) – must also be able to commute to our office in Musselburgh. £50,000 Per Annum + £5,000 Car Allowance We’re looking for a passionate People Partner to join our People Team at Thrive Childcare and Education. In this role, you’ll work closely with leaders across our 22 nurseries in Scotland, spanning Glasgow, Edinburgh, Stirlingshire and up to Aberdeenshire, to shape and deliver a people strategy that supports exceptional childcare. You’ll balance strategic thinking with hands-on delivery, with a strong focus on safeguarding, recruitment and retention, and promoting staff wellbeing across the organisation. In return, we offer a competitive reward and benefits package and a supportive working environment where you can make a real impact, including: • Earn An Extra £400 Per Month Through Referrals, • Birthday Holiday And Wellbeing Day Off - An Additional 2 Days Off Paid Leave!, • Christmas Week Closure And Christmas Shopping Vouchers, • Up To 85% Off Childcare Discounts (T&C Apply), • Cash Health Plans - Cashback On Dental Treatment & Health Services, • Long Service Awards, • Monthly Colleague Spotlight Rewards - Cash Incentive, • Personal Progression Career Opportunities, • PVG & SSSC Registration Paid For On Behalf Of Thrive! Key Responsibilities: • Strategic People Partnering: Act as a trusted advisor to leaders, shaping and delivering people strategies that drive engagement, performance and retention., • Safeguarding & Compliance: Lead on safer recruitment and regulatory compliance, working with external bodies (e.g. OFSTED, Care Inspectorate, SSSC) to embed safeguarding into everyday practice., • Employee Relations: Manage complex ER cases, providing expert, consistent and legally compliant advice to managers., • Recruitment & Retention: Develop creative recruitment and retention approaches to attract, retain and deploy high-quality staff, ensuring legal ratios and clear career pathways., • Talent, Learning & Succession: Identify skills gaps and support impactful learning, leadership development and succession planning across nursery teams., • Policy, Process & Best Practice: Create and maintain people policies and processes that are legally compliant, fit for purpose and aligned with sector best practice., • Insight, Wellbeing & Culture: Use people data to inform decisions while championing wellbeing, inclusion and a positive culture that supports mental health and reduces burnout. You will hold a CIPD Level 5 qualification (or equivalent experience), with Level 7 desirable, and bring proven generalist HR experience at business partner or senior advisory level, ideally within a multi-site or fast-paced environment. Strong knowledge of UK employment law and safeguarding is essential, with experience in education or early years an advantage. You will have excellent communication and coaching skills, strong analytical capability, and the emotional resilience to handle sensitive matters with professionalism and discretion. A full UK driving licence and flexibility to travel between nursery sites is required. The role carries a strong commitment to safeguarding; an enhanced Disclosure check will be required. Apply today and a member of our team will be in contact! Children first everytime | Deliver everyday with passion | Be a positive role model | Teamwork

Head of Safeguarding Edinburgh (Hybrid) £55,000 - £65,000 Are you a Safeguarding expert looking for an opportunity to shape and implement a safeguarding strategy? LHH is supporting our client, a mission-led and values-based organisation as they seek a Head of Safeguarding. This is a critical role within the organisation and requires someone who will provide strategic and operational leadership in the development and implementation of safeguarding policy and practice. Within the role, you will lead on planning, policy and service development, including transformation, service quality and information management within the Safeguarding Team. The ideal candidate will bring a proactive approach, a commitment to developing the skills and knowledge of others across the team and organisation and demonstrable experience in the provision of expert advice and service on safeguarding matters. It is essential that you bring an in-depth knowledge of national safeguarding related legislation, guidance and practice. If you are excited by the opportunity to develop and implement the safeguarding strategy of an organisation, we would love to hear from you. To arrange a confidential discussion, please contact

Safeguarding Specialist- Interim Edinburgh (Hybrid) Are you a safeguarding specialist seeking your next assignment? LHH is supporting our client, a mission-led and values-based organisation as they seek an Interim Head of Safeguarding. The organisation requires someone who will provide strategic and operational leadership around safeguarding policy and practice. We are looking for someone who will bring a proactive approach and demonstrable experience in the provision of expert advice and service on safeguarding matters. It is essential that you bring an in-depth knowledge of national safeguarding related legislation, guidance and practice. If you are available to start an interim role with short notice, we look forward to hearing from you. To arrange a confidential discussion, please contact

The Support and Test Equipment Manager will be responsible for the management of Support and Test Equipment and Ground Support Equipment. Our commitment to safeguarding Australia’s future by delivering pioneering technology is only matched by our commitment to building a great place to work and su

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We're recruiting an experienced Catering Manager who is passionate about exceptional food and world-class customer service, and who can confidently oversee all Compass Group UK&I catering and service operations for Chartwells on a part time basis, contracted to 30 hours per week. As a Catering Manager, you will be responsible for ensuring our kitchens and service counters run smoothly and helping to deliver truly incredible food experiences. In return, you'll have the opportunity to progress your catering career with a company that invests in its people, celebrates individuality, and rewards and recognises employees who go beyond the plate. Here's an idea of what your shift pattern will be: Mon: Full-time (Days) Tues: Full-time (Days) Weds: Full-time (Days) Thurs: Full-time (Days) Fri: Full-time (Days) Sat: Sun: Please note: This role is contracted to 44.6 weeks per year Could you shine as Chartwells's next Catering Manager? Here's what you need to know before applying: Your key responsibilities will include: Preparing delicious food to the highest standards Supervising our culinary and catering teams to ensure we continue to deliver impeccable food and customer service Overseeing the efficiency of all in-unit catering operations, including managing inventories, monitoring budgets, and implementing action plans Communicating regularly with your line manager to monitor KPIs and targets Representing Compass Group UK&I and maintaining a positive brand image Identifying opportunities for new food or service concepts to drive sales Liaising between customers and our culinary and service teams to ensure we continue to exceed expectations Supporting and training our teams, leading from the front to make sure everyone can excel in their role Implementing and reviewing Health & Safety standards to ensure compliance across all catering and service teams. Our ideal Catering Manager will: Be passionate about great-tasting food and exceptional customer service Have a minimum of two years of catering experience Have experience managing teams in a similar role Hold an NVQ Level 1 & 2 or City & Guilds 706/1 and 2 Hold a Basic Food Hygiene certificate Demonstrate brilliant financial acumen Have excellent communication and organisational skills Be an ambitious and motivated individual who is always looking to upskill Part of Compass Group UK&I, Chartwells is the leading provider of catering and support services to the education sector. For over a quarter of a century, Chartwells has been focusing on helping those in education to build strong bodies, sharp minds and lead long healthy lives. Every week, Chartwells serves millions of nutritious and delicious meals to pupils and students in primary and secondary schools, academies, independent schools, colleges, and universities across the UK. Chartwells is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all employees to share this commitment. Any offer of employment will be subject to successfully completing pre-employment checks, including an enhanced DBS disclosure and a Children's Barred List check. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and we ask applicants to declare all previous convictions and cautions in order to assess their suitability to work with children. Job Reference: com/2901/74406001/51591908/BU #SCOT #State Schools Compass Group UK&I is committed to fostering an environment where every individual can truly be themselves at work and has equal opportunities to advance in their careers. We strive to build a culture that respects and celebrates the unique talents, beliefs, backgrounds, and abilities of all our team members. We want our colleagues to feel valued, empowered to reach their full potential, and to thrive - because diversity is our strength! TPBN1_UKCT

We're currently recruiting an ambitious Chef to help us create exceptional food experiences for Chartwells on a full time basis contracted to 35 hours per week. As a Chef, you will be responsible for preparing and serving the kind of food that truly brightens our clients' and customers' days, all within the market-leading food service company in the UK. You'll get given every opportunity to progress within a company that invests in its people, celebrates individuality, and rewards and recognises employees who go beyond the plate. Here's an idea of what your shift pattern will be: Mon: Full-time (Days) Tues: Full-time (Days) Weds: Full-time (Days) Thurs: Full-time (Days) Fri: Full-time (Days) Sat: Sun: Could you bring your passion and culinary skill to Chartwells? Here's what you need to know before applying: Your key responsibilities will include: Preparing delicious, high-quality food that delights our clients and customers Overseeing and implementing menu changes Identifying opportunities to improve our food services Listening and acting on customer feedback to consistently improve our food services Supporting with the creation of new menus and creative food concepts Representing Chartwells and maintaining a positive brand image Monitoring inventories to keep our kitchens well-stocked Overseeing kitchen cleaning responsibilities to maintain hygiene standards Complying with Food Handling, Hygiene and Health and Satefty regulations Our ideal Chef will: Be passionate about great-tasting food and exceptional customer service Hold a City & Guilds 706/1 & 2 or NVQ equivalent Have experience supervising a team Have experience in a similar Chef role Hold a Food Hygiene certificate Have a flexible approach to working Part of Compass Group UK&I, Chartwells is the leading provider of catering and support services to the education sector. For over a quarter of a century, Chartwells has been focusing on helping those in education to build strong bodies, sharp minds and lead long healthy lives. Every week, Chartwells serves millions of nutritious and delicious meals to pupils and students in primary and secondary schools, academies, independent schools, colleges, and universities across the UK. Chartwells is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all employees to share this commitment. Any offer of employment will be subject to successfully completing pre-employment checks, including an enhanced DBS disclosure and a Children's Barred List check. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and we ask applicants to declare all previous convictions and cautions in order to assess their suitability to work with children. Job Reference: com/2502/76006001/52792614/BU #SCOT #State Schools Compass Group UK&I is committed to fostering an environment where every individual can truly be themselves at work and has equal opportunities to advance in their careers. We strive to build a culture that respects and celebrates the unique talents, beliefs, backgrounds, and abilities of all our team members. We want our colleagues to feel valued, empowered to reach their full potential, and to thrive - because diversity is our strength! TPBN1_UKCT

Job Description: Test Administrator (Scotland) TIMSS 2027 Field Trial, March 2026. PIRLS 2026 Main Study, May-June 2026. Background Pearson is responsible for the delivery of two international assessment studies in schools in Scotland: 1. PIRLS. The Progress in International Reading Literacy Study (PIRLS) assesses the reading achievement of pupils at about age 10 (P5 in Scotland), every five years across about 60 countries. In addition to reading achievement, PIRLS gathers information on how pupils' performance is related to their attitudes, gender and background. PIRLS includes questionnaires for pupils, teachers, headteachers and parents/carers which together provide rich contextual data for the interpretation of the assessment., 2. TIMSS. The Trends in Maths and Science Study (TIMSS), assesses the performance in maths and science of pupils at ages 10 and 14, (P5 and S2 in Scotland) every four years across about 60 countries. It provides internationally comparative data on pupils' achievement in maths and science, and how their performance is related to their attitudes, gender and background. In addition to the assessment, TIMSS includes questionnaires for pupils, teachers, headteachers, and parents/carers, which together provide rich contextual data for the interpretation of the assessment and add valuable perspectives on the teaching of mathematics and science. Pearson is recruiting external Test Administrators to administer these studies in schools in Scotland. More information about each study is available online: (url removed) (url removed) In each study the pupil assessment is delivered online and is split into two assessment sections followed by a questionnaire section. Test Administrators (TAs) will therefore need to be confident using technology. However, training will be given on accessing and using the online platforms used in each study, and schools are asked to have an IT technician available on the day. Online training is mandatory to ensure standardisation in the delivery of each study's requirements. Purpose Test Administrators (TAs) administer the pupil online assessments and questionnaires within designated schools, ensuring that the international procedures are adhered to in full. Personnel who are engaged for this role will be trained remotely on the procedures and must complete pre-training activities and attend a live training/Q&A session in the two to three weeks prior to each test window. Preparation for the training session will include reading the TA manual and completing short online assessments on aspects of the pre-training materials. For each study TAs will be trained and contracted separately so that if you are available or wish to take part in only one of the studies this will be possible. Likewise, depending on demand and your geographic location, we may only request your participation in one study rather than both. Main Responsibilities • Liaise with the School Coordinator or Headteacher regarding arrangements for the test day, such as room bookings and desk/table layout of the room/s to be used and access to ITfacilities., • Ensure there are enough computers / laptops on the assessment day for all pupils., • Ensure that pupils are sitting their assigned online assessment., • Administer the assessments and pupil questionnaire in accordance with international standards as outlined in the training and instructions provided, maintaining their security at all times., • Ensure the correct timing of the sessions, recording the session start and end times., • Record pupil participation and complete appropriate administrative paperwork as outlined in training., • After completion of the pupil assessments and questionnaires, ensure administration documents are returned to Pearson., • Ensure schools are reminded that teacher and school and parent/carer questionnaires need to be completed by the test date., • Set up and administer devices supplied by Pearson (laptops) rather than by the school, where this is needed, following the guidance given. Relevant Experience, • Experience of teaching and / or working in a school classroom., • Confident using IT applications, particularly for onscreen assessment., • Experience of invigilating tests / examinations. Competencies Required, • Ability to adhere to specified procedural standards., • Confident troubleshooting common technology user issues., • Excellent verbal communication skills., • Good organisation and administrative skills., • Ability to identify, communicate and escalate issues promptly and effectively., • Ability to work to agreed timeframes. Essential Requirements, • Availability for at least one of the studies as per the following: o TIMSS remote training in February 2026, then availability to visit schools Monday to Friday (minimum 3 days per week), from 2 March to 2 April 2026. o PIRLS remote training in April 2026, then availability to visit schools Monday to Friday (minimum 3 days per week), from 6 May to 19 June 2026. • Arrival time at school is usually 08.00 and finish time is approximately 13.00., • Car and driving license for travel to schools, as required (use of public transport is encouraged, where practical)., • A current Scottish PVG scheme certificate, covering working with children (this will be verified, and/or with appropriate applications made for individuals for whom it is needed)., • Commitment to the safeguarding and welfare of all pupils. Desirable Requirements Occasionally overnight stays may be necessary to be at the school by 08.00. Test Administrators should indicate on their Expression of Interest confirmation form if they are able to do overnight stays (with expenses paid). Work to be contracted We will collect information about which study/ies you are available for, and will provide a contract for one or both studies depending on demand and your geographic location relative to study schools. Application guidance: It is an essential requirement for Test Administrators to have classroom-based experience. If you have 'classroom-based experience', within the Occupation Experience section of the application form, please ensure to: select 'Yes' when asked, 'Do you have vocational or industrial/occupational experience in the sector(s) for which you are applying?' select 'Work based Experience - Classroom based experience' from the drop-down list. The vacancy preference will show as TIMSS/PIRLS, please use one of these preferences in the drop down menus