Driver, Gilbertson Day Centre - ORK09480

Posting date:	15 July 2025
Salary:	£28,652.00 to £28,864.00 per year
Hours:	Full time
Closing date:	27 July 2025
Location:	Kirkwall, KW15 1BB
Company:	Orkney Islands Council
Job type:	Permanent
Job reference:	ORK09480

Summary

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ORKNEY HEALTH AND CARE

Gilbertson Day Centre

Driver

25 Hours per week

Permanent

£28,652 - £28,864 pro rata / £14.85 - £14.95 per hour (including Distant Islands Allowance)

You will be required to ensure the provision of transport services of the people using the day centre and, in the course of doing so, ensure that the personal dignity and rights of the individuals are promoted.

Previous experience in a similar role is highly desirable. Holding a MIDAS certificate or D1 category on your driving licence is also desirable.

A current clean driving licence is essential.

This post is subject to Level 2 Disclosure Check with PVG for working in a regulated role with protected adults

Prospective applicants are invited to discuss the post by contacting Kirsty Wallace, Senior Day Centre Officer, Gilbertson Day Centre, tel: 01856 872122.

Closing Date: 23:59 on Sunday 27 July 2025

Please note that interview expenses are not payable for this post.

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