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Ref no:
SIC08441
Published:
28/11/2025
Closes:
14/12/2025
Location:
Laburnum House, 15 Burgh Road, Lerwick, ZE1 0LA
Salary:
£20.18 - £20.93 per year
Contract Type:
Permanent
Position Type:
Part Time
Hours:
24 hours per week

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Values Based Recruitment

The Value of Care: It Starts with You!

Social Care Worker - Laburnam House

Join our caring team at Laburnam House and make a real impact on the lives of individuals we support. We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate team member who shares our commitment to providing high-quality, person-centered care, is passionate about making a difference and upholding the Scottish Social Services Council (SSSC) values.

About us:

Shetland Islands Council is a leading provider of social care services in Shetland, dedicated to supporting individuals to live their best lives with dignity and respect. We are committed to creating a welcoming and inclusive environment where staff can thrive and make a real difference.

What you’ll do:

You will play a vital role in supporting individuals to achieve their goals and live as independently as possible. You will work collaboratively with colleagues, to provide person-centered care and support to children / young people and their families, focusing on empowerment, participation, dignity and respect

What we’re looking for:

  • A caring and compassionate individual who is passionate about supporting people to achieve positive outcomes.
  • Someone with a friendly nature and sense of humour, who loves making genuine connections with people.

What we offer:

  • Fantastic opportunity for career progression in Social Care.
  • Competitive salary, Terms and Conditions.
  • A comprehensive Employee Benefits package.
  • A supportive and inclusive work environment.
  • The opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of others.
  • Investment in you, to enable you to invest in others.

For more information please contact: Shona Manson - Team Leader - Email - shona.manson2@shetland.gov.uk or phone 07810562762

 

 

Additional Information

  • The grade of this post is I
  • Rate of pay shown in the advert is inclusive of Distant Islands Allowance of £1.4808 per hour
  • Permanent Part Time post for 24.0 Hours per Week , 52.18 weeks per year
  • Preferred candidates will be required to join the Protecting Vulnerable Groups (PVG) Scheme or undergo a PVG Scheme update check prior to a formal offer of employment being made
  • The successful candidate will have to complete registration with the Scottish Social Services Council (SSSC) when they begin in post
  • A relocation package does not apply to this post
  • We will pay interview expenses from within Shetland
  • We are happy to talk flexible working

During the application process you are required to give the names of two persons not related to you, who we can contact to provide a reference to support your application.

If you have a disability which prevents you from applying online, please call 01595 744032.

 

 

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