Support Worker - Early Learning & Childcare - Dunrossness Primary School - SIC08443
| Posting date: | 27 November 2025 |
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| Salary: | £15.50 to £16.13 per hour |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 11 December 2025 |
| Location: | UK |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Shetland Islands Council |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | SIC08443 |
Summary
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If this vacancy has been advertised as career graded, grade E-F, then this is a Career Graded role, with this Job Profile & Person Spec describing the top point of the grade. Individuals without the stated qualification(s) can apply for this post, if they meet the criteria as defined in the career grade document for this post.
The purpose of this post is to work effectively as a member of an Early Learning and Childcare team to support in the delivery of a high quality, safe and balanced education and care service, which meets the needs of each young child and their families and is in accordance with relevant legislation and guidelines.
Post holders must apply for and maintain registered status with the registering body as long as the post is held.
In accordance with the Scottish Social Services Council; all Social Work Service workers must adhere to the following Codes of Practice: http://www.sssc.uk.com/doc_view/1020-sssc-codes-of-practice-for-social-service-workers-and-employers
The SSSC have a Continuous Learning Framework and staff should make themselves aware of the content and how it relates to the Support Worker post.
http://www.continuouslearningframework.com/clf/home/welcome-to-the-continuous-learning-framework-website.html
This vacancy is being advertised as a Career Graded post, which is a career development opportunity. This means that the Council is committed to supporting the successful candidate to obtain the necessary skills, abilities and knowledge to become fully competent in the role. Please see the Career Grade document attached to this advert that outlines the entry level requirements for the job and the expected career progression route. The successful candidate will be supported to become fully competent in the role and progress through the career grade. Where there is a requirement to achieve a qualification, this will be fully funded by the Council.
More detail is provided in the Job Profile, Person Specification and Conditions of Service Summary attached to the bottom of this advert.
Please follow the link(s) below for further information -
Dunrossness Primary School is a non-denominational school located in Dunrossness. It provides nursery to P7 education for children from Sumburgh to Levenwick. The school has an early learning and childcare setting for 3-5 year olds, operating for 8 hours each day, and 4 composite primary classes. There is currently a total of 91 primary pupils and 31 nursery pupils on the roll. The school is managed by a Head Teacher. The current staffing complement is 4.5 teachers, who are assisted by support staff as required to meet school demands. The current Head Teacher is Mrs Louise Leslie. Further information can be found on the schools blog at https://blogs.glowscotland.org.uk/sh/dunrossness/
www.shetland.gov.uk
Additional Information
- The grade of this post is E/F
- This post is career graded - your salary and career progression will depend on your experience and qualifications.
- Rate of pay shown in the advert is inclusive of Distant Islands Allowance of £1.4808 per hour
- Permanent Part Time post for 35.0 Hours per Week , 40.50 weeks per year per year plus 6.48 weeks (pro rata) paid holiday to be taken during school holidays.
- 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
- 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 Dunrossness Primary School, Dunrossness, Shetland.
For further details relating to this post, please contact: Louise Leslie, Head Teacher - 01595 745440 - louise.leslie@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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