Social Care Workers - Supported Living (Values Based Recruitment) - SIC08229
| Posting date: | 22 August 2025 |
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| Salary: | £16.83 to £18.78 per hour |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 05 September 2025 |
| Location: | Lerwick, ZE1 0NT |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Shetland Islands Council |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | SIC08229 |
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Values Based Recruitment
The Value of Care: It Starts with You!
Social Care Worker - Supported Living
Join our caring team at Supported Living 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: Diane Colvin, Team Leader, Telephone 01595 744306 or email diane.colvin@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
- 2 x Permanent Part Time posts for 28.0 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
- 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
- You must have the ability to travel throughout Shetland at short notice and where public transport is limited
- 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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