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Social Care Worker, Kirkjuvagr House
29.5 Hours
Permanent
£35,974 - £36,717 / £37,587 - £40,219 pro rata
£18.65 - £19.03 / £19.48 - £20.85 per hour
The above amounts include shift and Distant Islands Allowance.
Expressions of interest are sought for the above post of Social Care Worker. Please submit a supporting statement using the link below by Sunday 18 October 2026 if this is something which you would like to be considered for.
You will be reporting to the registered manager.
Your working pattern is shift working over seven days.
The purpose of this role is to carry out tasks and duties delegated by senior staff in an effective and efficient manner ensuring at all times the social and domestic care needs of service users.
You will observe the principles of confidentiality in all aspects of practice and ensure the safety and comfort of service users, attending to their general care and wellbeing; including assisting with personal care in keeping with the standards of care required by the Care Inspectorate. Previous experience in social care is essential.
The necessary qualification, experience and skills required for this role are detailed in the ‘must have’ section of the attached job profile. These criteria are used for decisions on shortlisting and appointment of applicants.
This post involves a contractual requirement to:
• work unsocial hours on a rota, click here for Unsocial Hours Information.
This post is a regulated role with adults and requires Level 2 Disclosure with PVG scheme membership.
Applications close at 23:59 on Sunday 18 October 2026, with shortlisting taking place week commencing 19 October 2026 and interviews are scheduled for week commencing 26 October 2026.
For a discussion about the role, contact registered manager Kirstie Moar at kirstie.moar@orkney.gov.uk or on 01856 700 333.
For information on applying and our recruitment process, click here for Information for Applicants.
We would welcome your feedback on our recruitment process.
Orkney Islands Council is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of age, gender, race or ethnicity, disability, religion or belief, sexual orientation, marriage or civil partnership status, pregnancy or maternity status or gender reassignment status.
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Social Care Worker, Kirkjuvagr House employer: Orkney Islands Council
Orkney Islands Council is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive work culture that values flexibility and community engagement. As a Community Payback Supervisor, you will have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on individuals' lives while benefiting from professional growth and development in a collaborative environment. Located in Kirkwall, you will enjoy the unique advantages of working in a picturesque setting, with access to various community resources and partnerships that enhance your role.
