East Lothian Works

10/06/2026

🌟 Carers Week 2026: Building Carer Friendly Communities

Carers Week is here! This national campaign recognises the vital role unpaid carers play in our communities. This year’s focus is on building carer-friendly communities—places where carers are recognised, understood and valued.

We’re taking this opportunity to raise awareness of the support available locally for unpaid carers.

💬 Are you a carer?
If you look after someone who couldn’t manage without your help—whether that’s a family member, partner, friend or neighbour—you are a carer. This could be due to illness, disability, mental health needs, or addiction.

Many people don’t identify as carers, but recognising this can be the first step to accessing support.

You can get help with:

Looking after your wellbeing
Taking breaks
Understanding your rights
Accessing welfare advice
Connecting with others in similar situations

👉 A great place to start is Carers of East Lothian:
📧 [email protected]
📞 0131 665 0135
🌐 www.coel.org.uk
📝 Self-referral: www.coel.org.uk/contact-us/online-referral-form/

👩‍🎓 Young carers support
If you are a young person caring for someone, or know someone who is:
🌐 www.eastlothian.gov.uk/young-carers
📧 [email protected]

08/06/2026

📚 Reading Isn’t Just for School

For adults, reading helps build confidence, skills, and new opportunities – supporting everything from learning and work to family life.

Libraries offer welcoming, inclusive spaces to enjoy reading at any stage of life 📖

If you’d like to build your confidence in reading – whether for enjoyment, everyday life, or supporting your children – East Lothian Works is here to help. There are lots of ways we can support you on your journey.

📩 Get in touch to find out more

Joining your library is FREE and easy ✅

✔ Join online
✔ Sign up in person
✔ Start borrowing right away

You can join online at www.eastlothian.gov.uk/libraries and start using our online resources immediately. If you'd like to borrow physical books just drop into one of our libraries with proof of your identity and address and we'll sign you up there and then.

You can borrow up to 15 books for 3 weeks at a time and there are no late fees if it takes a little longer to read your choices than you expected.

08/06/2026

🌟 Are You Considering a New Career? 🌟

Working with children can be one of the most rewarding and fulfilling career choices. You have the opportunity to make a real difference in young lives. A career in childcare can offer flexible working options – part-time, full-time, and term-time roles.

Many of our learners have successfully completed this course and gone on to further education or into employment opportunities.

📩 Get in touch to find out how we can support you into this rewarding sector!

04/06/2026

04/06/2026

⏰ Applications Close Soon! ⏰

The closing date for applications for the East Lothian Works & Edinburgh College Childhood Practice Pathway is Sunday 7th June 2026 – don’t miss out on this fantastic opportunity!

With options to suit all levels, this is a great way to develop your career in childcare 👶

In partnership with Edinburgh College, we offer a range of courses free to East Lothian residents:

🌟 New to study and looking for a new career in childcare?

Our Early Learning and Childcare course is a great place to start – no prior experience required.

✔ Open to adults, designed to offer a supportive return to learning
✔ No set closing date
✔ Support available to help you move into employment

🌟 Already working with children?

Build on your experience with our SVQ Level 2 and above, designed for those currently working in childcare settings.

✔ Available for parents who meet certain eligibility criteria
✔ Designed to fit around your busy life, options to learn on the job with online learning once a month.

Whatever your starting point, we have a pathway to help you move forward. Get in touch today to find out more!

📧 [email protected]
📞 01620 827262

03/06/2026

Support Worker Roles – Instant Interview Day

The Action Group are offering guaranteed interviews for Support Worker roles in your area. No experience is required, making this a great opportunity you won’t want to miss!

📅 Wednesday 10th June
⏰ 10:00am to 3:00pm
📍 The Loch Centre, Tranent

Please see flyer below for details on how to register your interest.

03/06/2026

“I got the job!” – Logan 🎉

A huge well done to Logan, who came to East Lothian Works and is now in full-time employment as an Events Steward!

With tailored support from Ingrid, one of our friendly Employability Support Workers, Logan gained his CSCS Card, Emergency First Aid Certificate and Paid Work Experience in the arts then was able to take that next step and achieve his goal.

Stories like this are what it’s all about – supporting people to succeed and move forward. If you would benefit from support to change careers or find employment, please get in touch.

02/06/2026

✨Tranent Information Hub✨

📅 Wednesday 24th June 2026
⏰ 12:00pm – 2:00pm
📍 The Fraser Centre

The Information Hub is returning to Tranent! This is a great opportunity to connect with local services all in one place and find out what support is available in your area.

East Lothian Works will be there, so come along and find out more about our services and how we can support you.

02/06/2026

✨Applications closing soon! ✨

CPD Units – Childhood Practice

This course is designed for professionals currently working with children and young people in childcare settings. It offers valuable opportunities for professional development, providing up-to-date knowledge and insights in key subject areas.

These units are ideal for anyone looking to refresh their qualifications or gain additional credits.

If you’re unsure whether you’re eligible, why not get in touch to find out more?

02/06/2026

Interested in a Career in Nursing or Care?

Together in Health are hosting an informative session on Working with People from Different Backgrounds.

📍 Location: North Berwick Community Centre
📅 Date: 4th June 2026
⏰ Time: 1:00pm – 3:00pm

This is a great opportunity to learn more about supporting older people and to explore career pathways in health and social care.