Relief Houseparents - Anderson High School Halls of Residence

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The purpose of the job is to actively provide person-centred care in accordance with relevant legislation and guidelines. The post holder will attend to the social, emotional, educational and physical needs of children and young people, including those with additional support needs, resident in the Halls of Residence.

More detail is provided in the Job Profile, Person Specification and Conditions of Service Summary attached to the bottom of this advert.

 

 

 

Additional Information

• The grade of this post is G
• Please note that this post is not career graded and is G grade only
• Rate of pay shown in the advert is inclusive of Distant Islands Allowance of £1.4808 per hour
• Relief posts available
• Preferred 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 made
• The successful candidate will have to complete registration with the Scottish Social Services Council (SSSC) when they begin in post
• This vacancy does not meet Home Office rules for UK visa sponsorship. Please only apply if you do not require UK visa sponsorship
• 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.

This post is based at Anderson High School Halls of Residence, Lerwick, Shetland.

For further details relating to this post, please contact: Lyn Williamson or Fiona Shearer, Senior Houseparents on 01595 745920 or e-mail lyn.williamson@shetland.gov.uk or Fiona.Shearer2@shetland.gov.uk

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

Information about Shetland

Shetland is an archipelago in the north of the British Isles where you'll find freedom, wildlife and wild beauty, but also a rich culture and dynamic, forward-looking society. The Islands have a thriving and diverse economy full of opportunities and offer residents the ideal work/life balance. Shetland combines stunning coastal landscapes and wide open spaces with friendly, bustling island communities. Factor in Shetland's impressive modern amenities, highly regarded schools and the Islands offer a work life balance rarely found elsewhere.

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