Scottish Government Jobs and Events

We are now in the pre-election period.

Our social media activity is restricted until after the Scottish Parliament election on Thursday 7 May 2026.

Read more: https://www.gov.scot/publications/scottish-parliament-election-7-2026-guidance-scottish-government-agencies-national-devolved-public-bodies/pages/1/

We’re proud to be a Disability Confident Leader.

If you have a disability and meet the essential criteria, you can apply for a guaranteed interview by opting in during the application process.

Learn more: https://www.gov.scot/publications/recruitment-candidate-guide/pages/guaranteed-interview-schemes/

Considering using AI tools like ChatGPT or Copilot when applying to our roles?

This guidance explains how to use them appropriately across applications, assessments and interviews.

Learn more: https://www.gov.scot/publications/recruitment-candidate-guide/pages/use-of-ai-tools/

Are you looking to kick-start a career in one of Scotland's largest public sector organisations?

Social Security Scotland is hiring Client Advisors across Scotland!

Glasgow: https://ow.ly/4swX50Yy4W1
Dundee: https://ow.ly/nGgo50Yy4VZ

Starting salary: £27,164
Hire type: Fixed term appointment

Are you a qualified ? Are you seeking an exciting role where you can work at the forefront of food safety standards in Scotland?

Food Standards Scotland is recruiting Official Veterinarians!

Learn more: https://www.jobs.gov.scot/now-hiring-official-veterinarians

Are you looking for a workplace that values and ?

We are striving to create a workplace where all colleagues feel respected, valued and celebrated, with a strong sense of belonging.

Check out our vacancies today!

https://www.jobs.gov.scot/

With your CV, you will submit a ‘Supporting Statement’ when applying for our roles.

Here you can provide details of relevant achievements to show how you meet the criteria for the role.

Learn more about writing your Supporting Statement: https://www.jobs.gov.scot/application-tips

Closing soon! Do you love working outdoors? We are hiring Summer Plant Health Inspectors across Scotland!

Apply by 22/03/2026, 23:59 👇

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Your CV will be assessed against the criteria in the job advert.

This is where you can summarise your education, work history, technical skills and your experience.

We’ve got lots of guidance on our website to help you write your CV:
https://www.jobs.gov.scot/application-tips

Our job adverts contain important information which will help you to evidence your suitability for a role.

You should pay close attention to the section of the advert.

Learn more about providing evidence by visiting our website: https://www.jobs.gov.scot/application-tips

Want to be at the forefront of safeguarding Scotland’s food standards?

Food Standards Scotland is recruiting Official Veterinarians to help ensure that food entering the supply chain is safe, traceable and produced to the highest standards.

Learn more: https://www.jobs.gov.scot/now-hiring-official-veterinarians