Learning and Development Adviser (Qualifications and Standards Team)

About the role

Due to a new and developing area of work, we have an opportunity within our Workforce, Education and Standards Directorate. The role sits within the Qualifications and Standards Team and the postholder will be working closely with a range of external partners and internally with key staff to progress the work of regulation, qualifications and standards.

The post holder will be required to lead on a project related to setting the required standards and qualification requirements for registration with the SSSC. The role is exciting and diverse, and the role holder will have the opportunity to influence and support national change.

This temporary post may be suitable for secondment arrangements until 31 March 2027. At the end of the secondment, the post holder will return to their substantive post.

What you need to succeed

• Knowledge and understanding of the roles and remit of the regulated children and young people’s workforce (School age childcare, ELC and residential child care).
• Extensive knowledge of the National Occupational Standards, the Scottish Qualifications Framework and how qualifications are structured, assessed and verified.
• You will be experienced in managing projects from planning through to delivery, including setting clear objectives, monitoring progress, managing risks and dependencies, and keeping stakeholders informed and engaged throughout.

• Ability to work collaboratively with employers, workers, Scottish Government, partner organisations, learning providers and colleagues across the SSSC.

• Ability to apply critical analysis and sound judgement, using evidence, sector insight and stakeholder feedback to successfully deliver projects
• Experience of preparing formal reports to Boards and Committees.

Who we are

We are the regulator for the social work, social care and children and young people workforce in Scotland.

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Why work for us?

We are an ambitious, enthusiastic and supportive organisation. With around 300 employees, you can really make an impact here. We offer a generous salary, flexible working arrangements, a full range of benefits, local government pension scheme and up to 43 days holiday (dependent on service).

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Our office is based in Dundee, and we offer a flexible, agile working approach that combines remote working with time in the office. We value the benefits of in-person collaboration and working together, so while most roles allow flexibility, we ask colleagues to attend the office occasionally for key activities such as meetings, training, and team events and other occasions. We’re happy to discuss how this works in practice for each role.

We’re an equal opportunity employer

We are committed to creating an inclusive and supportive workplace where everyone can thrive. We value diversity and encourage applications from all backgrounds.

We are proud to be a Level 3 Disability Confident Leader and offer a Guaranteed Interview Scheme for candidates who identify as having a disability and for individuals who are Care Experienced, where they meet the essential criteria for the role. We’re happy to discuss reasonable adjustments at any stage of the recruitment process.

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Ready to apply?

To apply, please complete the online application form by 8.00am on Monday 10 August 2026. The assessment method for this post will be a presentation and interview which we expect to carry out on 20 and 21 August at our office in Dundee, however, we can accommodate a remote assessment where needed.

For an informal chat about the role, please contact Cheryl Campbell at [email protected] to arrange a time.

Using AI tools in applications

Please note that you are welcome to use AI tools to support the preparation of your application; however, your submission must accurately reflect your own skills and experience. If you have used AI at any stage, please disclose this in your application. Where you reach the interview stage, your skills, knowledge, and experience will be assessed during the process. For further details, please refer to our Guidance on Using AI.

Please note, we will retain your application for 12 months so that we may consider you for similar posts. If you’re interested in other roles at the SSSC, or if a similar post is re-advertised and you wish to submit an updated application, please continue to apply as normal.