DYW - Edinburgh, Midlothian & East Lothian

DYW - Edinburgh, Midlothian & East Lothian Connecting employers with young people and education, so young people develop the skills and knowledge they need to succeed in the world of work.

📣 Employers Wanted! Could you help inspire the next generation?Holy Rood RC High School is looking for employers to supp...
14/09/2026

📣 Employers Wanted! Could you help inspire the next generation?

Holy Rood RC High School is looking for employers to support their P7 Think Ahead Day on Thursday 22 October 2026.

Our interactive speed networking event gives employers the opportunity to engage with small groups of P7 pupils through short, 10-minute maximum, interactive activities, sparking curiosity and broadening horizons.

📅 Thursday 22 October 2026
📍 Holy Rood RC High School
📧[email protected]

Interested in getting involved? Email Rebecca to register your interest and find out more.

11/09/2026

Thursday is the first national Scottish Employability Day. It's a chance to celebrate the support, opportunities and partnerships that help people across Scotland move into employment and progress in their careers.

Our East Lothian Works service supports people at every stage of their employability journey, from gaining new skills and qualifications to preparing for interviews, finding a job or changing careers. We also work with employers, providing funding and support to help create sustainable employment opportunities.

Together with our partners in the East Lothian Local Employability Partnership, we’re creating opportunities and delivering positive outcomes for everyone.

Find out more: https://orlo.uk/HjvOc



East Lothian Works Invest East Lothian

11/09/2026

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🚨 1 WEEK TO GO!There's still time to secure your place at our DYW Equality Champions Webinar.Find out how your organisat...
10/09/2026

🚨 1 WEEK TO GO!

There's still time to secure your place at our DYW Equality Champions Webinar.

Find out how your organisation can support equality, diversity and inclusion through meaningful employer engagement with young people.

📅 Thursday 17 September | 11.00am | Online
🔗 https://shorturl.at/BlG9P

Scan the QR code or click the link to register today.

📣 Employers Wanted! Apprenticeship Morning at Forrester High SchoolCould you help inspire the next generation and showca...
07/09/2026

📣 Employers Wanted! Apprenticeship Morning at Forrester High School

Could you help inspire the next generation and showcase the opportunities available within your organisation?

We're looking for employers to support our Apprenticeship Morning at Forrester High School, giving young people the chance to learn more about apprenticeship pathways, hear about real career journeys and explore opportunities across a range of sectors.

📍 Forrester High School
📅 Friday 25 September 2026
🕙 10:10am - 12:55pm

This is a fantastic opportunity to engage with future talent, promote your organisation and help young people make informed decisions about their next steps.

Interested in getting involved?
📧 Contact [email protected] to register your interest and find out more.

📣 Employers Wanted!Could you help inspire the next generation?Craigmount High School is looking for employers to support...
01/09/2026

📣 Employers Wanted!

Could you help inspire the next generation?

Craigmount High School is looking for employers to support their DYW Information Evening on Thursday 24 September 2026.

This informal careers marketplace will give young people and their families the opportunity to speak directly with employers, explore career pathways and learn about opportunities across a range of sectors.

📍 Craigmount High School
📅 Thursday 24 September 2026
🕕 6pm - 8pm
🔗https://shorturl.at/zWyZN

Interested in getting involved? Contact Ewan Cameron at [email protected] for more info & complete our short registration form.

A brilliant way to kick off the new academic year!A huge thank you to Edinburgh Futures Institute for hosting the DYW Ed...
18/08/2026

A brilliant way to kick off the new academic year!

A huge thank you to Edinburgh Futures Institute for hosting the DYW Edinburgh, Midlothian & East Lothian team day last week. We loved touring the beautiful space, reflecting on the year so far, and planning together for the exciting opportunities ahead.

Here's to another year of supporting young people, educators and employers across the region!

💡 Today’s learners. Tomorrow’s STEM leaders. Applications are now open for the Leonardo STEM Pathways: Leaders of Tomor...
18/08/2026

💡 Today’s learners. Tomorrow’s STEM leaders.

Applications are now open for the Leonardo STEM Pathways: Leaders of Tomorrow programme.

Designed for girls in S4–S6 with an interest in STEM, this unique programme will give participants the opportunity to:
✅ Meet STEM professionals
✅ Build confidence and leadership skills
✅ Experience the world of engineering and technology
✅ Explore real apprenticeship and career opportunities

If you’re passionate about STEM and want to learn more about the opportunities available at Leonardo, this could be the opportunity for you.

🔗 Apply now: https://shorturl.at/v6Z9g

As we head into a new chapter, we'd like to take a moment to thank Louise Campbell for her fantastic leadership, support...
17/08/2026

As we head into a new chapter, we'd like to take a moment to thank Louise Campbell for her fantastic leadership, support and dedication to DYW Edinburgh, Midlothian & East Lothian. Louise has made a huge impact across our team, schools, employers and young people, and we are incredibly grateful for everything she has done.

We wish Louise all the very best as she begins her maternity leave and hope this special time is filled with lots of happiness and memorable moments. 💙

At the same time, we're delighted to welcome Lauren O'Neill as Interim Director. Lauren joins us with an extensive background in retail management and brings a wealth of experience, leadership and fresh perspectives to the role. We're excited to have her on board and look forward to the journey ahead.

Please join us in wishing Louise well and giving Lauren a very warm welcome! 👋

⏰ 1 month until our Equality Champions Webinar!Every young person deserves the opportunity to thrive.We're inviting empl...
17/08/2026

⏰ 1 month until our Equality Champions Webinar!

Every young person deserves the opportunity to thrive.

We're inviting employers across Edinburgh, Midlothian and East Lothian to discover how they can support young people with additional support needs through meaningful employer-led experiences.

Become part of a growing network of Equality Champions helping to build a more inclusive future workforce.

📅 Thursday 17 September
💻 Online
🕚 11.00am
🔗 https://shorturl.at/BlG9P

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