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Advertisement DetailsThe Assistant Cook is responsible to the Cook for the preparation and cooking of meals. The Assistant Cook must be competent to deputise for the Cook as and when required.More detail is provided in the Job Profile, Person Specification and Conditions of Service Summary attached to the bottom of this advert. Additional InformationThe grade of this post is E (unqualified) or F (qualified)Rate of pay shown in the advert is inclusive of Distant Islands Allowance of £1.4202 per hourRelief posts availablePreferred candidates will be required to join the Protecting Vulnerable Groups (PVG) Scheme or undergo a PVG Scheme update prior to a formal offer of employment being madeA relocation package does not apply to this postWe will pay interview expenses from within ShetlandWe...

Advertisement DetailsThe main purpose of the Occupational Therapy Aide is to support the Occupational Therapy Team to provide a specialist service to people in the community who are experiencing mental and physical disabilities, to enable them to live as independently a life as possible with optimal functional performance. A degree of flexibility will be required, to meet the demands of the service. The post holder will cover areas such as aids and minor adaptations, falls prevention, assessment and provision of Telecare equipment, and sensory impairment equipment. Reablement will be a key part of their approach. The post holder will be expected to keep up to date with new technological and professional developments in the area.There will be considerable contact with service users, fami...

Advertisement DetailsThe purpose of this post is to work effectively with the class teacher(s) to support play-based, child-centred pedagogy within primary.This vacancy is being advertised as a Career Graded post, which is a career development opportunity. This means that the Council is committed to supporting the successful candidate to obtain the necessary skills, abilities and knowledge to become fully competent in the role. Please see the Career Grade document attached to this advert that outlines the entry level requirements for the job and the expected career progression route. The successful candidate will be supported to become fully competent in the role and progress through the career grade. Where there is a requirement to achieve a qualification, this will be fully funded by the...

Advertisement Details‘Are you looking for an opportunity to make a positive difference to people’s lives?’ Are you kind, compassionate, trustworthy and a good listener? Do you have a caring nature and commitment to working with vulnerable people?If you find reward in supporting people, this could be the perfect job for you!This post is based in the North Mainland.As Community Housing Support Worker, you’ll support and enable vulnerable people to maintain their tenancies, avoid repeat homelessness, and live independent, fulfilling lives in their communities.You’ll offer a full range of housing support services to individuals and households. Customers of the service could include;Older people, including those with needs associated with dementia;Adults who are homeless or are threatened with ...

Advertisement Details The Assistant Cook is responsible to a Cook-in-Charge or such other officer as may be determined by the authority, for the preparation and cooking of meals. The Assistant Cook must be competent to deputise for the Cook-in Charge as and when required.More detail is provided in the Job Profile, Person Specification and Conditions of Service Summary attached to the bottom of this advert.Please follow the link(s) below for further information -www.shetland.gov.ukAdditional InformationThe grade of this post is F Rate of pay shown in the advert is inclusive of Distant Islands Allowance of £1.4202Term time Part time post for 32.5 hours per week, 39 weeks per year plus 6.24 weeks (pro rata) paid holiday to be taken during school holidays.Preferred candidates will be required ...

Advertisement DetailsLead Community Occupational Therapist – Allied Health Profession£49,541.20 - £51,259.49 per annum (Grade L) inclusive of Distant Islands Allowance.A relocation package applies to this post and we will pay interview expenses from within the UK.Are you an ambitious occupational therapy professional looking for both a fresh career challenge, and a better quality of life? An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Lead Occupational Therapist to join our joint NHS Shetland and Shetland Islands Council Occupational Therapy Service.Could you lead and manage a team of community based occupational therapists in the Shetland Islands? Can you adapt to the challenges of working in an integrated health and social care team and find creative solutions to supporting people to live in t...

Advertisement DetailsResidential Childcare and Short Breaks for Children are part of the Children’s Social Work Service, within the Children’s Services Directorate of the Council. This includes Through Care and After Care (TCAC) services to young people who have previously been ‘looked after.’ The aim of this service is to provide a nurturing and safe environment for children and young people, giving security, valuing each individual and supporting them to grow, both physically and emotionally, to realise their potential. Residential care for children and young people is a unique, complex and challenging area of work, and requires a compassionate and competent staff team to meet the individual needs of children and young people who have experienced trauma in their lives.This vacancy is bei...

Advertisement DetailsResponsible, under the direction of the head of establishment or such other officer as may be designated by the authority, individually or as a member of a team, for securing the safety, welfare and good conduct of pupils during the break period in accordance with the practices and procedures of the local authority. Duties will include supervision of the pupils in the dining hall, playground areas and school premises and may include ancillary associated duties (for example cleaning up spillages, ensuring tables are clean, etc) to ensure the maintenance of good order and discipline.More detail is provided in the Job Profile, Person Specification and Conditions of Service Summary attached to the bottom of this advert.Cullivoe Primary School is a non-denominational school...

Advertisement DetailsThe purpose of this post is to work effectively as a lead member of an Early Learning and Childcare team to oversee the delivery of a high quality, safe and balanced education and care service, which meets the needs of each young child and their families and is in accordance with relevant legislation and guidelines.This vacancy is being advertised as a Career Graded post, which is a career development opportunity. This means that the Council is committed to supporting the successful candidate to obtain the necessary skills, abilities and knowledge to become fully competent in the role. Please see the Career Grade document attached to this advert that outlines the entry level requirements for the job and the expected career progression route. The successful candidate wi...

Advertisement DetailsThe Council needs to recruit a Solicitor for their in-house legal team. The in-house legal team provides a wide range of legal services across the Council in accordance with the Council’s values, objectives, priorities and statutory obligations. The range of services specified in the job profile are examples of the types of legal advice provided from the whole Team. Applicants are not expected to have experience of every area listed in the job profile, may have skills that are transferable to local government and should be willing to undertake to develop new areas of knowledge and legal skills.The Solicitor is responsible for providing a wide range of legal services, as part of the Governance and Law section, to the Council and its directorates.The range of services ma...

Advertisement DetailsAre you passionate about teaching, learning and inclusion with the skills, confidence and energy to make a positive impact on the lives of our children and young people in the Shetland Islands?An exciting opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic and motivated Depute Head Teacher of Support for Learning to join our team at our excellently resourced Anderson High School, Lerwick.Our beautiful location offers great opportunities for learning and we benefit from an excellently resourced school, at the heart of a caring, supportive community. Anderson High School is a six year school, serving the Shetland community, with our associated primary schools of Bell’s Brae, Hamnavoe, Nesting, Scalloway, Sound, Tingwall and Whiteness. In addition, pupils from the small islands of...

Job DescriptionThe Cook is responsible for organising and controlling the preparation and service of meals in a residential care home and the meals on wheels provision, where relevant. The Cook reports to the Unit Manager.More detail is provided in the Job Profile, Person Specification and Conditions of Service Summary attached to the bottom of this advert. RequirementsThe grade of this post is GSalary shown in the advert is inclusive of Distant Islands Allowance of £2,742 per annum (pro rata)Permanent Full Time post for 37.0 Hours per Week , 52.18 weeks per yearPreferred candidates will be required to join the Protecting Vulnerable Groups (PVG) Scheme or undergo a PVG Scheme update prior to a formal offer of employment being madeA relocation package does not apply to this postWe will p...

Job DescriptionTo provide the routine driving, maintenance and/or gardening services required by Social Care settings. To work in accordance with all Health and Safety policies and procedures. To work in a planned, systematic way, but be prepared to respond to unanticipated events.The Assistant Handyperson is an integral member of the staff team and, as such, is required to work in a way which brings benefits to service users.The emphasis on certain aspects of the job will vary from setting to setting and from time to time.More detail is provided in the Job Profile, Person Specification and Conditions of Service Summary attached to the bottom of this advert. RequirementsThe grade of this post is CRate of pay shown in the advert is inclusive of Distant Islands Allowance of £1.4202 per ho...

Job DescriptionSenior Social Care Worker - Supervisors are responsible for providing direct support to individuals in a variety of settings ensuring a high standard of service delivery of support to individuals to live well through their own strengths, skills, community, personal gifts and people who play a key role in their life.The Senior Social Care Worker - Supervisor role includes ensuring that individuals receive high standards of care and support in accordance with relevant legislation and national guidance associated with the service.More detail is provided in the Job Profile, Person Specification and Conditions of Service Summary attached to the bottom of this advert. RequirementsThe grade of this post is JRate of pay shown in the advert is inclusive of Distant Islands Allowance...

Advertisement DetailsThe postholder will be based in the relevant School Office and will be managed by the Head Teacher. The postholder will assist the Head Teacher with the provision of a variety of administrative/clerical duties and will assist in the supervision of an Employed Trainee.More detail is provided in the Job Profile, Person Specification and Conditions of Service Summary attached to the bottom of this advert.Sound Primary School is a non-denominational school located in the Sound area of Lerwick and provides education from nursery to Primary 7. The school structure currently consists of 1 nursery session per day and 11 primary classes. There are 22 Teachers including Class teachers, Nursery teacher, Support for Learning Teachers and Specialist Teachers. Our staffing also inc...

Job DescriptionSocial Care Workers (Entry/Main) – Wastview Care Services - Community Care Resources‘Are you looking for an opportunity to make a positive difference to someone’s life?’Can you show us how you would treat the people we support, with the dignity and respect they deserve? Are you kind, caring and compassionate and a good listener who is patient?If caring comes naturally to you and you find reward in supporting people, this could be the perfect job for you!No qualification? No Problem! Although experience and qualifications are always desirable, for Entry Grade Social Care Workers your personal values and attitude are the most important attributes. We are looking for thoughtful, caring and inspiring people to join our team!Community Care Resources – what we do:Community Care Re...

Advertisement DetailsTo assist in the management and education of children and young people with additional support needs (ASN).A Learning Support Worker may be asked to work with any child or group of children either within a department or within a mainstream class. They may be asked to work alongside and with specific guidance from any teacher within a School. Work around an individual child may be based on an individualised education programme. This programme is followed by all staff working with the child / young person and may involve working with professionals and therapists e.g. Speech Therapist, Occupational Therapist, Physiotherapist, Child Psychologist, etc.More detail is provided in the Job Profile, Person Specification and Conditions of Service Summary attached to the bottom...

Advertisement DetailsTo assist in the management and education of children and young people with additional support needs (ASN).A Learning Support Worker may be asked to work with any child or group of children either within a department or within a mainstream class. They may be asked to work alongside and with specific guidance from any teacher within a School. Work around an individual child may be based on an individualised education programme. This programme is followed by all staff working with the child / young person and may involve working with professionals and therapists e.g. Speech Therapist, Occupational Therapist, Physiotherapist, Child Psychologist, etc.More detail is provided in the Job Profile, Person Specification and Conditions of Service Summary attached to the bottom of...

Advertisement DetailsThe purpose of this post is to work effectively with the class teacher(s) to support play-based, child-centred pedagogy within primary.The main duties of the Play Support Worker are:Working with the class teacher(s), and through sensitive interactions, support children to develop their literacy and numeracy skills in a developmentally appropriate way.To develop positive, nurturing and supportive relationships with children.Taking the lead of the class teacher(s) to develop nurturing and supportive relationships with the children and where appropriate, with parents and carers.To comply with relevant legislation, guidelines and procedures relating to learning, care and health and safety including Child Protection procedures and Health and Safety guidelines.To contribute ...

Advertisement DetailsTo assist in the management and education of children and young people with additional support needs (ASN).A Learning Support Worker may be asked to work with any child or group of children either within a department or within a mainstream class. They may be asked to work alongside and with specific guidance from any teacher within a School. Work around an individual child may be based on an individualised education programme. This programme is followed by all staff working with the child / young person and may involve working with professionals and therapists e.g. Speech Therapist, Occupational Therapist, Physiotherapist, Child Psychologist, etc.North Roe School is a non-denominational school situated in North Roe, the most northerly community on the mainland of Shetl...

Advertisement DetailsThe purpose of this post is to work effectively with the class teacher(s) to support play-based, child-centred pedagogy within primary.Bell's Brae Primary School is a non-denominational school located in central Lerwick. It consists of a Primary, an Early Learning and Childcare Setting and an ASN department. The school catchment area is from Frakkafield encompassing the majority of Lerwick, excluding Sound. There is currently a total of 292 pupils on the roll. The school is managed by Mrs Julia McGinlay, Head Teacher and 3 Depute Head Teachers. The current staffing complement is 23 teachers assisted by support staff, as required, to meet school demands. Further information can be found on the school’s website at https://blogs.glowscotland.org.uk/sh/bellsbraeprimary/M...

Advertisement DetailsWould you like to be part of the Community Learning and Development (CLD) sector and make a difference to adults in Shetland by helping develop accessible learning programmes which focus on improving skills and life chances? With a specific remit to develop and deliver literacy, numeracy, digital support, family learning and English for Speakers of other Languages programmes; this is an exciting post within the Community Development Team.The Adult Learning & Development Officer will be responsible, through the Team Leader – Community Development, for organising and developing adult learning programmes throughout Shetland, which focus on learners’ goals and hopes for the future, and build on the strengths, experiences and skills that they already have to improve their l...

Advertisement DetailsThe Cleaner will undertake, individually or as part of a team, the cleaning of designated areas, which could be within school premises, offices, games halls, community centres and/or associated areas to ensure that they are kept in a clean and hygienic condition.The range of cleaning duties applies to any part of the associated areas, the frequency and allocation of the duties being designated by the Council. The ‘associated areas’ includes reception/waiting areas, communal areas, stairways and lifts.More detail is provided in the Job Profile, Person Specification and Conditions of Service Summary attached to the bottom of this advert.Please follow the link(s) below for further information -www.shetland.gov.uk Additional InformationThe grade of this post is ABRate of p...

Advertisement DetailsThe main purpose of the Occupational Therapist role is to provide a specialist service to people in the community and their carers, who are experiencing mental and physical disabilities, to enable them to live as independently as possible with optimal functional performance. This includes offering Occupational Therapy assessment and intervention aimed at enhancing function and preventing deterioration through reablement and the provision of specialist aids and adaptations. The Occupational Therapist will be employed by Shetland Islands Council but the role is part of a joint NHS Shetland and Shetland Islands Council Occupational Therapy Service, which comes under the Community Health and Social Care Directorate. They will also be required to work alongside a wider mult...

Advertisement DetailsResponsible, under the direction of the head of establishment or such other officer as may be designated by the authority, individually or as a member of a team, for securing the safety, welfare and good conduct of pupils during the break period in accordance with the practices and procedures of the local authority. Duties will include supervision of the pupils in the dining hall, playground areas and school premises and may include ancillary associated duties (for example cleaning up spillages, ensuring tables are clean, etc) to ensure the maintenance of good order and discipline.More detail is provided in the Job Profile, Person Specification and Conditions of Service Summary attached to the bottom of this advert.Anderson High School is a six year school, serving th...

Advertisement DetailsThe Play Support Worker will assist in the delivery of a quality childcare service that offers children care, play and learning opportunities in a safe and stimulating environment.The Play Support Worker will support the Play Practitioner in ensuring a safe, hygienic and pleasant environment where mutual trust, respect, confidence and a caring ethos are evident in accordance with current legislation including the Roles and Responsibilities Framework of the Scottish Social Service Council for the Childcare Workforce.The main duties of the Play Support Worker are:To work closely with the Manager/Lead Practitioner and Play Practitioner in developing and implementing a planned programme of activities that meets the needs of all the children taking into account the key area...

Advertisment DetailsThe postholder will be based in the relevant School Office and will be managed by the Head Teacher. The postholder will assist the Head Teacher with the provision of a variety of administrative/clerical duties and will assist in the supervision of an Employed Trainee.More detail is provided in the Job Profile, Person Specification and Conditions of Service Summary attached to the bottom of this advert.Bell's Brae Primary School is a non-denominational school located in central Lerwick. It consists of a Primary, an Early Learning and Childcare Setting and an ASN department. The school catchment area is from Frakkafield encompassing the majority of Lerwick, excluding Sound. There is currently a total of 345 pupils on the roll. The school is managed by Mrs Julia McGinlay, ...

Advertisement DetailsPlease state in your application which of the following posts you are interested in applying for:Learning Support WorkerLearning Support AssistantPractitioner - Early Learning & ChildcareSupport Worker - Early Learning & Childcare (qualified) Support Worker - Early Learning & Childcare (unqualified) Play PractitionerPlay Support WorkerIt would also be helpful to the panel if applicants were able to provide information on availability and which locations in Shetland they would be willing to work.Applications are invited to join our relief bank to provide support in our schools, nurseries and out of school clubs across Shetland. Members of the relief bank will be contacted on an ‘as and when required’ basis to provide cover, for example due to staff absence.Applications ...

Advertisement DetailsTo support the care, welfare and education of children and young people with additional support needs (ASN) in accordance with relevant legislation, policy and guidelines.Specific tasks of the Learning Support Worker will be:To work effectively as a member of the staff team;To promote and value each child and support their inclusion and welfare;To support the delivery of a quality curriculum in a mainstream setting where a child/young person is included;To interact effectively, enthusiastically and appropriately with children/young people to meet their individual education and care needs including assisting with feeding, toileting and personal hygiene tasks;To follow instructions regarding the implementation of individual education programmes (IEP);To evaluate tasks un...

Advertisement DetailsAre you an enthusiastic, creative and inspiring Teacher of Craft, Design and Technology with the skills, confidence and energy to make a positive impact on the lives of our children and young people? If so, the Shetland Islands Council is offering an exciting opportunity to work at our excellently resourced Brae High School. Our beautiful location offers great opportunities for learning and we benefit from an excellently resourced high school, at the heart of a caring, supportive community. A relocation package does apply to this postWe will pay interview expenses from within the UKBrae High School is a non-denominational school located in Brae. It provides early years, primary and secondary education up to S6 for children from the north mainland of Shetland. The struc...

Advertisement DetailsAdult Services provides support to adults over the age of 16 years who have assessed needs. The people who use our services (individuals) have additional support needs associated with learning disability or autism and require support to continue to live independently in their own homes, to attend Day Support and meaningful activity or have short break respite.More detail is provided in the Job Profile, Person Specification and Conditions of Service Summary attached to the bottom of this advert. Additional InformationThe grade of this post is HRate of pay shown in the advert is inclusive of Distant Islands Allowance of £1.4202 per hour2 x Permanent Part Time posts for 28.0 Hours per Week , 52.18 weeks per yearPreferred candidates will be required to join the Protect...

Advertisement DetailsCommunity Care Resources provides support to adults over the age of 16 years who have assessed needs. The majority of people who use our services (individuals) are older adults who require support to continue to live independently in their own homes, attend Day Support or require 24-hour care in a residential care setting.Social Care Workers Practitioner are responsible for providing person centred care to individuals in their own home and within residential care centres to enable them to achieve their goals and identified priorities. The Social Care Worker Practitioner’s role includes ensuring that individuals receive high standards of intimate personal care and social activities, other meaningful activity in accordance with their identified needs and wishes and helpi...

Advertisement DetailsApplications are invited to join our relief bank to provide teaching support in schools across Shetland. Members of the relief bank will be contacted on an ‘as and when required’ basis to provide cover, for example due to staff absence. All applicants must be resident in Shetland before being cleared to work on the supply list as although we will aim to give as much notice as possible, you may be asked to work at short notice.Rate of Pay: £22.08 to £32.42 per hour inclusive of Distant Islands AllowanceApplications will be assessed against the criteria in the Person Specification for Teachers (copy attached to the advert). Suitable applicants will be invited to interview and recruitment checks such as references, PVG Scheme membership, General Teaching Council for Scotl...

Advertisement DetailsTeacher of Support for LearningAre you passionate about teaching, learning and inclusion with the skills, confidence and energy to make a positive impact on the lives of our children and young people in the Shetland Islands?An exciting opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic and motivated Teacher of Support for Learning to join our team at our excellently resourced Anderson High School, Lerwick.Our beautiful location offers great opportunities for learning and we benefit from an excellently resourced school, at the heart of a caring, supportive community.Anderson High School is a six year school, serving the Shetland community, with our associated primary schools of Bell’s Brae, Hamnavoe, Nesting, Scalloway, Sound, Tingwall and Whiteness. In addition, pupils from th...

Advertisement DetailsThe purpose of the job is to provide a professional social work service as part of an operational team, based in Children’s Services - Fieldwork.This vacancy is being advertised as a Career Graded post, which is a career development opportunity. This means that the Council is committed to supporting the successful candidate to obtain the necessary skills, abilities and knowledge to become fully competent in the role. Please see the Career Grade document attached to this advert that outlines the entry level requirements for the job and the expected career progression route. The successful candidate will be supported to become fully competent in the role and progress through the career grade. Where there is a requirement to achieve a qualification, this will be fully fun...

Advertisement DetailsCafé Assistants at the Islesburgh complex are responsible, through the Catering Supervisor and Islesburgh Facilities Manager, for the provision of a Cafeteria service to the Islesburgh Complex.Café Assistants are required to work as part of a team to ensure that the Islesburgh cafe provides a high quality customer focused service, whilst also meeting all relevant health and safety requirements.More detail is provided in the Job Profile, Person Specification and Conditions of Service Summary attached to the bottom of this advert. Additional InformationThe grade of this post is DRate of pay shown in the advert is inclusive of Distant Islands Allowance of £1.4202 per hour2 x Permanent Part Time posts available, 52.18 weeks per yearPost 1 - 13 hours per week - Tuesday 11...

Advertisement DetailsSocial Worker – Adult Social Work £37,455.27 – £46,992.73 per annum (I – K Career Graded) inclusive of Distant Islands Allowance.Salary scale placement is dependent on qualifications and experience.A relocation package applies to these posts and we will pay interview expenses from within the UK.Are you an ambitious Social Work professional looking for a new career challenge and a better quality of life? If so, here at Shetland Islands Council we have a job for someone just like you.The Adult Social Work Team covers a wide and varied Service User Group, and our work can be challenging but very rewarding. As a Social Worker for Shetland Islands Council you will benefit from:Excellent Terms and ConditionsDistant islands allowanceA comprehensive relocation packageA varied ...

Advertisement DetailsThe Transport Assistant – Policy and Projects is responsible through the Transport Policy and Projects Officer for supporting an effective transport planning function within the Council and Shetland’s Transport Partnership, ZetTrans. It will focus on research, interpretation and communication of data to support the delivery of projects established as part of the Shetland Transport Strategy, the Development Directorate Plan and Council Wide programmes. The role will involve liaison with colleagues across the Council, NHS Shetland, Highlands and Islands Enterprise, other partner agencies locally and nationally, and two way public engagement.More detail is provided in the Job Profile, Person Specification and Conditions of Service Summary attached to the bottom of this a...

Advertisement DetailsThe purpose of this post is to work effectively with the class teacher(s) to support play-based, child-centered pedagogy within primary.The main duties of the Play Support Worker are:Working with the class teacher(s), and through sensitive interactions, support children to develop their literacy and numeracy skills in a developmentally appropriate way.To develop positive, nurturing and supportive relationships with children.Taking the lead of the class teacher(s) to develop nurturing and supportive relationships with the children and where appropriate, with parents and carers.To comply with relevant legislation, guidelines and procedures relating to learning, care and health and safety including Child Protection procedures and Health and Safety guidelines.To contribute...

Advertisement DetailsThe Youth Worker’s role is to contribute to the delivery of youth work opportunities in a variety of settings, including youth clubs and in collaboration with schools and other agencies. Youth Workers will report to a Youth Development Worker and will work closely with other youth work staff and volunteers to maximise opportunities for young people to access social and personal development as well as learning opportunities.More detail is provided in the Job Profile, Person Specification and Conditions of Service Summary attached to the bottom of this advert.The Youth Worker posts available with varying hours and locations are as follows:Wastside Youth Club (Bixter) - 2 posts available - 4 hours per weekWhitedale Youth Club - 2 posts available - 4 hours per weekBurra Yo...