Who is this for?
- Parents with barriers to employment living in Midlothian
Who provides this?
- Archaeology Scotland
Description
Join our archaeology-based employability programme for parents in Midlothian! Participants will have an opportunity to boost their confidence and take part in activities that support them to develop transferrable skills.
This is for you if you…
- Are a parent looking for work or a fresh start
- Feel unsure about your next step
- Enjoy being outdoors or trying something new
What you’ll do
- Try hands-on archaeology
- Build practical, transferrable skills
- Meet new people in a relaxed setting
- Boost confidence and wellbeing
What’s included
- Support into volunteering, training or employment
- Lunch and refreshments
- Travel costs reimbursed
How do I access this?
- By email: Dominique at d.lyons@archaeologyscotland.org.uk
- Complete an online referral form: Archaeology Towards Employment Referral Form Aug 2026
Is there a cost?
Free
Is there a waiting list?
Yes
Location information
Outside in the grounds of Newbattle Abbey College.
For more information, see Newbattle Abbey College’s Getting Here.
Opening times
The course begins on Tuesday 25 August 10am-2pm and runs Tuesdays and Thursdays until 8 October 2026.
Contact Details
Downloads
Archaeology Scotland - Employment Through Archaeology
(765.55 KB pdf)