Thursday September 3rd 2026
Advisors from Midlothian Council's Communities, Lifelong Learning and Employability service, Skills Development Scotland and the Department for Work and Pensions
Written by Midlothian View Reporter, Liam Eunson
Midlothian residents looking for higher paid employment, a new career opportunity or support with job applications are being invited to attend a free Job and Employability Fair in Dalkeith on Thursday 10 September 2026.
The event is taking place on Scotland’s very first National Employability Day, which promotes employability services and sustainable career pathways.
The fair will run from 10.30am to 1.30pm at St John’s & Newton Church, 31 Eskbank Road, Dalkeith, EH22 1HJ. Attendance is free and open to all Midlothian residents.
A range of employers will be attending to discuss current and future job opportunities, including NHS, Lothian Buses, Little Monkeys Nursery, Busy Bees, FUSE, Neil Maclean Hair Studio, Starbucks, Care Support Scotland, HMRC, CERA Care, NatWest Bank and InPost.
Residents will also be able to access advice and guidance from employability support organisations including Archaeology Scotland, Street League, the Department for Work and Pensions, Skills Development Scotland, Capital City Partnership and Business Gateway. Skills Development Scotland will provide live CV writing support on the day.
Annette Lang, Group Service Manager for Midlothian Communities, Lifelong Learning and Employability, said:
“This fair is a great opportunity for residents to meet employers face to face, find out about vacancies and access practical support. We know that looking for work can be challenging, and bringing employers and employability services together in one place can help people take a step towards their next job.”
If you are unable to attend the fair but would like support to find work, contact Midlothian Communities, Lifelong Learning and Employability:
Call: 0131 271 3713
Email: cll@midlothian.gov.uk
