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Ref no:
SIC08195
Published:
11/07/2025
Closes:
24/07/2025
Location:
Edward Thomason House, Seafield Road, Lerwick, ZE1 0RJ
Rate:
£16.24 - £17.61 per hour
Contract Type:
Supply/Casual/Relief
Position Type:
Supply/Casual/Relief
Hours:
0 hours per week

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Values Based Recruitment

The Value of Care: It Starts with You!

Relief Social Care Workers - Edward Thomason House and Taing Support Services

Join our caring team at Edward Thomason House and Taing Support Services 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 service users 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: Anne-Marie Smith, Team Leader, call on 01595 745775 or e-mail annemarie.smith@shetland.gov.uk

 

 

Additional Information

  • The grade of this post is G/H
  • Rate of pay shown in the advert is inclusive of Distant Islands Allowance of £1.4808 per hour
  • Relief positions
  • 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
  • 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

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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