LASSWADE HIGH SCHOOL GROUPS/CLUBS INFORMATION Monday 14 March

ASSEMBLIES TODAYS1 TUESDAY 15 MARCHS2 WEDNESDAY 16 MARCHS3 THURSDAY 17 MARCHS4 FRIDAY 18 MARCHS5/S6

S3 STUDENTS CAT TESTING W/B 14 TH MARCH 2016 Could all S3 students please check the notice board to find out when they will be CAT Testing, your register teacher can also provide you with this information.

Lasswade Does Strictly 2016! This year’s dance show will take place on Wednesday 23 rd March 7-9pm Tickets are £5 adults, £3 concessions And can be bought from Miss Murray (PE) or Miss McGuire (SfL)

Lost Property ALL LOST PROPERTY WILL BE DISPOSED OF ON THURSDAY 24 MARCH. IF YOU HAVE LOST AN ITEM OF CLOTHING OR PENCIL CASE ETC, PLEASE CALL TO STUDENT RECEPTION TO SEE IF IT’S THERE.

World Book Day Diorama Competition Winners: 1 st Place: Grace Murdock 2MK3 2 nd Place: Eilidh Babbs 1SA2 3 rd Place: Amber Rankin 2SL1 CONGRATULATIONS! Come to collect your prize on Monday 14 at lunchtime in the library.

S1- S3 Debating Club This week’s debate: This house would put a ban on drilling for oil. Come along to Room 224 after school on Monday to get involved. New members welcome!!!

Lasswade WW1 Battlefields Trip URGENT: Could the following pupils come and see Mr McKay (Room 216) ASAP. Jamie McCabe Laura Bell Rebecca McGregor Beth Jolly Lewis Burns Menno Van Den Bosch Melissa Russell Chantelle Turnbull Madeleine Bird Jordan Herron Mhairi Foley Aden Whitson

Paired Reading S1 Paired Reading A reminder to all S1 pupils involved in Paired Reading that this is on a Tuesday and Thursday during registration. Please remember to turn up. S5/6 Paired Reading Mentors A reminder to all S5/6 mentors involved in Paired Reading that this is on a Tuesday and Thursday during registration. Please remember to turn up - you are wonderful role models to the S1's and they really appreciate the work you do with them. Miss Monaghan

Apprentice Revit Technician Cundall Engineering This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with a keen interest in construction design to join our team at our office in central Edinburgh. Here, as our Apprentice Technician you will learn how to produce Revit models & CAD drawings for all stages of construction design, helping us produce effective and award-winning design solutions on some of the most exciting building projects in Scotland and around the world. Providing valuable support to our established team of expert engineers and CAD/Revit technicians, and working alongside colleagues of various engineering disciplines, you will assist the production of detailed 2D CAD general assemblies, and will learn to produce 3D BIM models using Revit. This is an apprenticeship, and as such you will be required to attend college on a day-release basis where you will undertake the study of a relevant HNC/HND. Requirements Educated to National 4 or above in English and Maths, during your studies and/or work experience to date you have developed a keen interest in computer aided design and construction. You have a keen interest in learning new skills, and are willing to work hard to reach your goals. You should possess the personal qualities and organisation skills to work under pressure and to tight deadlines, are a confident communicator, and are looking for a career in creative, sustainable and intuitive design. How to apply For more information and to apply go to revit-technician/jobhttps://careers-cundall.icims.com/jobs/1282/apprentice- revit-technician/job Closing date 27 March 2016

Finance Higher Apprenticeships At Lloyds Banking Group we have 5 places available on our Finance Higher Apprentice scheme, through which successful applicants will study towards a Chartered Institute of Management Accounting (CIMA) qualification, while working within our Commercial Banking Finance team based in central Edinburgh. Requirements To apply, you'll need 240 UCAS points (Higher A = 80 pts, B =65 pts, C = 50pts) with Grade B in National 5 Maths. Good with people, you’re a real team player. A skilled planner with a keen eye for detail, you’re naturally organised. But you’re also comfortable making change happen. We expect you to be motivated, ambitious and committed to your own development. In particular, you’re keen to get to grips with financial systems and processes. How to apply The application process for these posts will open in June, but you can Register your interest and find out more about these jobs now by going to

Speech and Language Therapy Speech and language therapists (SLTs) are allied health professionals. They work closely with parents, carers and other professionals, such as teachers, nurses, occupational therapists and doctors. There are around 13,000 practising SLTs in the UK. Thinking about a career in speech and language therapy? What does a Speech and Language Therapist actually do? Want to find out more? Come along to an informal information session: WHEN? Thursday 17 th March, 5:30pm – 7.00pm WHERE? SPHERE Building, 18 Millerfield Place, Edinburgh, EH9 1LW Car parking spaces may be limited. You may wish to consider using an alternative means of travel. To book a place please call Fiona Boswell on

Apprentice Floor Layer Advanced Floor Coverings Bonnyrigg We are currently looking for someone to fill the role of Apprentice Floor Layer. The successful candidate will learn many aspects of the flooring industry such as; sub floor preparation (screed/plywood), luxury vinyl tiles (Amtico, Karndean), carpet, vinyl, laminate/engineered and solid wood. The majority of training will be provided 'on-site', however, the chance to attend product based training courses will be available as well as working towards an NVQ level 2 in floor coverings. Applicants must be presentable, have strong communication abilities (verbal, written and listening skills) and confidence in dealing with customers on a face to face basis. They should be physically fit, healthy and enjoy manual work with the ability to learn and perform practical skills efficiently. National 4 Maths and English or equivalent is essential. A driving licence is required, however, if you are currently learning or eager to gain your driver’s licence this would also be sufficient. 40hrs per week with overtime incentives available / 28 days annual leave per year. How to apply Go to Floor-Layer-3b cbd?q=apprenticeshiphttp:// Floor-Layer-3b cbd?q=apprenticeship Vacancy posted 23 February 2016

Modern Apprenticeships in Admissions, Guiding and Retail Edinburgh Castle Historic Environment Scotland is offering 9 school leavers the opportunity to join the team at Edinburgh Castle on a two-year Modern Apprenticeship Fixed Term Contract; April 2016 to March Edinburgh Castle is Scotland’s most popular paid visitor attraction, welcoming around 1.5 million visitors annually. Modern Apprentices are required in the three areas in the castle, tasks will include: Admissions Provide a world class welcome and direct visitors as appropriate upon their arrival at Edinburgh Castle, sell appropriate tickets and products to all walk up visitors, and ensure all vehicles entering the castle and parking on the esplanade have the appropriate approval Guiding Welcome and assist visitors on their way around the castle, work on both indoor and outdoor posts throughout the castle, oversee the security, and cleanliness and tidiness of the various apartments throughout opening hours Retail Carry out the daily operational duties of the shop as requested by the supervisor or retail management, maximise trading income through selling and upselling appropriate merchandise, process sales, whilst ensuring that all financial procedures are adhered to and carried out accurately and efficiently, and ensure that high standards of shop hygiene and housekeeping are maintained at all times The Modern Apprentices will spend the first three months in all three areas taking part in a thorough and detailed induction of the castle, after which they will each be placed in one area where they will stay for the remainder of the contract unless stated otherwise. At this point, the Modern Apprenticeship qualification will commence. You will undertake a Diploma in Cultural Venue Operations (SCQF Level 6) delivered by Rewards Training. Ideally we are looking for National 5s including Maths and English, and/or Higher Grades. Pay range: £16,000 - £17,114 For full vacancy details go to a4f01015/?Ref=%2F%3Fpage%3D2http://opportunities.creativescotland.com/opportunity/index/7d87d860-a448-4c17-b6c a4f01015/?Ref=%2F%3Fpage%3D2 For more information contact (Joanne Paton), or call , or visit Closing date: 25 March 2016 at 12:00

Engineering Production Apprenticeships MacTaggart Scott designs and manufactures engineering equipment for the Naval Defence and Marine industries. The company is currently recruiting Engineering Production Apprentices to train at their plant in Loanhead. Entry requirements Applicants must have or expect to achieve National 4 or Standard Grades at Level 3 or above in English, Maths, Physics and a Technology subject. Applicants with Highers are encouraged to apply. Application Go to for more information and to complete an application form. Vacancy advertised – 2 March Apply as soon as possible.

ScottishPower – Engineering Foundation Student Programme Scottish Power is currently recruiting for its Engineering Foundation Student Programme. Training is primarily based at Edinburgh College, Midlothian. Successful candidates will have the opportunity to spend an academic year, starting in August 2016, working towards an electrical engineering qualification at SCQF Level 5 and also get 5 weeks of technical training delivered by ScottishPower. On completion of the course you can apply or will be considered for an apprenticeship with ScottishPower. In past years, many of the students, who were not taken on by ScottishPower, have also been successful in moving on to apprenticeships with other employers, based on the training they have gained from this course. Applicants should demonstrate the following: Be self motivated with the ability to problem solve Have the ability to generate continuous improvement as part of own self development Have the ability to communicate effectively with others Be aged and able to demonstrate an interest in following a career in engineering Have, or expect to gain, a minimum of 2 National 4/5 s or equivalent qualifications in English, Maths and/or a Science subject. Application For more information and to apply, go to Read the information about the programme and the selection process, then select Central Belt Scotland (East) – Register and Apply. Training allowance. Successful applicants will be paid a monthly training allowance. Personal protective equipment will also be provided. Closing date Sunday 17 April 2016

Administrative Assistant M-Pact Building Services Ltd 1-2 Borthwick View Pentland IndustrialEstate,Loanhead Work Environment: Working in a dynamic, fast-paced office environment in Loanhead, within a team of 14 staff. What might a day in this job look like? Reporting to the Project Managers and Project Co-ordinator, responsibilities with this role consist of handling telephone calls, dealing with site operatives, clients and subcontractors; undertaking clerical duties in relation to new and existing projects and general administrative tasks. What will I learn? Soft Skills – Effective Communication, Decision Making, Flexibility and Ability to Prioritise. The successful applicant will receive great exposure to the Building Services and Construction Industry. Qualities required No set academic qualifications, however we require applicants who are proficient with Microsoft Office, especially Excel and Word. As this role has great potential for career progression within the company, we are looking for someone who is self-motivated, committed, positive, reliable, enthusiastic and eager to learn. How to Apply: Please send your CV to For more information on M-Pact go to Salary £12000 per annum Closing Date: Friday 18 th March

Modern Apprentice - Lab Technician in Biotechnology School of Biological Sciences, University of Edinburgh Are you passionate about science and technology? Would like to build a career as a technician at a world-class University? Then we can offer you the ideal place to start. We are looking for a well-organised, team player to join us as an apprentice lab technician in synthetic biology labs at the University of Edinburgh. Working alongside and mentored by experienced staff you will support the efficient and safe operation of a state-of-the-art research facility while working towards a Modern Apprenticeship Level 3 Laboratory & Associated Technical Activities (SCQF Level 7) through work-based training and blocks of day-release to College. You will have, or hope to gain this summer, at least 2 Highers in science subjects and have no fewer than 3 National 5s with evidence of competence in numeracy and literacy. Excellent organisational and practical skills, good IT skills and attention to detail are essential for this role. The post is full-time and will be offered for 24 months in the first instance. Salary: £15,056 - £15,632 per annum How to apply Go to and click on the ‘Apply’ button. Closing Date: Thursday 24th March 2016 at 5pm

History Supported Study Come along for top exam tips and extra revision! S4 Nat 5: Tuesday – Mr Murray (Room 116) Wednesday – Mr McKay (Room 216) Senior Nat 5: Wednesday – Miss Whittingham (Room 113) Higher: Thursday – Mr Murray (Room 116) Advanced Higher: Tuesday – Mr McKay (Room 216)

SU club Come and join us – everyone made welcome Art Room 313 Lunchtime on Mondays eat lunch, chat, fun, games, craft, jaffa cakes as we explore the Bible and Jesus' teachings with Darius, Jo, Ali and Joni

Are you thinking of taking Senior N5/Higher/Ad. Higher next year? If you would like to attend this great trip please see Miss Conlan for a letter in room 118 ASAP Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park Bletchley Park

Alton Towers payment of £30 needs to be handed to Carys or Blair before Friday 25 th March!