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  • Relief Driver, Smiddybrae House  

    - Orkney
    AdvertORKNEY HEALTH AND CARE Smiddybrae House Relief Driver Hours are... Read More
    AdvertORKNEY HEALTH AND CARE Smiddybrae House Relief Driver Hours are offered on an as and when required basis
    £15.38 per hour (including Distant Islands Allowance)
    A shift allowance will be paid for unsocial hours worked where appropriate We are looking for an enthusiastic person to undertake driving duties at Smiddybrae House, a residential establishment in Dounby providing continuous care to the frail, elderly and those with dementia. Applicants should have relevant experience in a similar post. A full current driving licence is essential and MIDAS Training will be provided. This post is subject to Protecting Vulnerable Groups (PVG) Scheme in respect of regulated work with adults. Read Less
  • AdvertORKNEY HEALTH AND CARE St Rognvald’s House Relief Senior Social... Read More
    AdvertORKNEY HEALTH AND CARE St Rognvald’s House Relief Senior Social Care Worker Hours are offered on an as and when required basis £20.41 per hour (including Distant Islands Allowance) A shift allowance will be paid for unsocial hours worked where appropriate You will be required to carry out tasks and duties delegated by the Registered Manager 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. Senior Social Care Workers are required to provide standby cover. Previous experience in social care is essential and experience in a management or supervisory role is desirable. You should hold an SVQ 3 Social Services and Healthcare, or equivalent level qualification, to enable registration with the SSSC. You should also hold a supervisory or management qualification to meet the SSSC management qualifications criteria or be able to achieve this within 3 years of initial appointment. You must register with the SSSC as Supervisor in Care Home Services for Adults within 3 months of appointment. You should be able to travel efficiently and effectively between various work locations within Orkney to meet the operational requirement of the Service. 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 Kirstie Moar, Registered Manager on . The recruitment for this post is ongoing. Please note that interview expenses are not payable for this post Read Less
  • Relief Centre Assistant  

    - Orkney
    AdvertEDUCATION, COMMUNITIES AND HOUSINGKirkwall and St Ola Community... Read More
    AdvertEDUCATION, COMMUNITIES AND HOUSINGKirkwall and St Ola Community Centre Relief Centre Assistant Hours are offered on an as and when required basis £15.47 per hour (including Distant Islands Allowance) A shift allowance will be paid for unsocial hours worked where appropriate We require relief Centre Assistants to join our enthusiastic, committed team helping to prepare, cook and serve a range of foods and beverages offered within the Kirkwall Community Centre, while helping to maintain our excellent standards of quality and hygiene. You will also be required to help with the setting up and clearing down of function and meeting rooms. A food preparation qualification (NVQ 2 or equivalent) and/or experience of food preparation and service, are desirable. Prospective applicants are invited to discuss the post by contacting Scott Pring, Telephone or email . The recruitment for this post is on-going Please note that interview expenses are not payable for this post. Read Less
  • Relief Cook  

    - Edinburgh
    AdvertEDUCATION, COMMUNITIES AND HOUSINGCorporate Catering Relief Cook... Read More
    AdvertEDUCATION, COMMUNITIES AND HOUSINGCorporate Catering Relief Cook - Mainland Orkney and Outer Isles Schools Hours are offered on an as and when required basis £15.47 per hour (including Distant Islands Allowance) Applications are invited from enthusiastic individuals who can help to provide the meals service on a relief basis to cover for holiday and sickness absence. Duties include preparation, cooking and service of food, supervision of staff, menu planning, ordering of provisions, ensuring all aspects of service provision complies with food safety and completion of associated records, cash handling and liaising with school staff, parents and pupils. You must hold an Intermediate Food Hygiene Qualification or equivalent and a food preparation qualification - NVQ level 2, C+G /1 + /2. You should be able to travel efficiently and effectively between work locations within Orkney to meet the operational requirements of the Service. This post is subject to Level 2 Disclosure Check with PVG for working in a regulated role with children. Read Less
  • Relief Cook, St Rognvalds House  

    - Kirkwall
    AdvertORKNEY HEALTH AND CARE St Rognvalds House Relief Cook Hours are... Read More
    AdvertORKNEY HEALTH AND CARE St Rognvalds House Relief Cook Hours are offered on an as and when required basis £15.38 per hour (including Distant Islands Allowance) A shift allowance will be paid for unsocial hours worked where appropriate We are looking to recruit an enthusiastic person to undertake Relief Cook duties at St Rognvalds House. You will assist in preparing a choice of nutritional meals to a consistently high standard, whilst also ensuring the highest standards of food hygiene. You should hold an Intermediate Food Hygiene Certificate or, if only an Elementary Food Hygiene Certificate is held, be able to achieve an Intermediate Food Hygiene Certificate after appointment to the post. You should be able to travel efficiently and effectively between work locations within Orkney to meet the operational requirements of the Service. 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 Kirstie Moar, Interim Registered Manager, on . Recruitment for this post is on-going Please note that interview expenses are not payable for this post. Read Less
  • Environmental Planner  

    - Kirkwall
    Advert NEIGHBOURHOOD SERVICES AND INFRASTRUCTURE Planning a... Read More
    Advert NEIGHBOURHOOD SERVICES AND INFRASTRUCTURE Planning and Community Protection - Development and Marine Planning Environmental Planner 35 hours per week Permanent £39,941 - £44,120 / £21.89 - £24.18 per hour (including Distant Islands Allowance) Are you passionate about biodiversity, natural heritage and looking for a new adventure? Orkney Islands Council is seeking a dedicated Environmental Planner to join our Development and Marine Planning Team. This full-time role offers the chance to safeguard and enhance our beautiful islands' natural environment. This role has a unique remit for both terrestrial and marine planning functions as the Team delivers both the Orkney Local Development Plan and the Orkney Islands Regional Marine Plan. There will be an opportunity to get involved in environmental enhancement project work alongside the development of environmental planning guidance, the completion of environmental assessments associated with our Plans and being the Council’s lead advisor on environmental matters. As the Council’s Environmental Planner you will be the Council’s expert on the environmental legislation and regulations with particular regard to the Scottish Planning System. Applicants should hold a qualification at SCQF Level 8/9 (i.e. SVQ4, HND, General Degree, Higher Apprenticeship or Technical Apprenticeship) in natural environment or a related discipline. Where the essential qualification is not held, applicants should have a minimum of 5 years’ previous relevant experience of working in the natural environment sector. Membership of the Chartered Institute of Ecology and Environment Management, or equivalent professional membership, is also essential. You should be able to travel efficiently and effectively between work locations within Orkney to meet the operational requirements of the Service. This post is subject to Level 1 Disclosure Scotland clearance. Prospective applicants can discuss the post by contacting Susan Shearer, Service Manager, Development and Marine Planning by e-mail to or telephone 01856 873535. Closing Date: 23:59 on Monday 5 May 2025 Please note that interview and relocation expenses will be paid for this post, in accordance with Council policy. Read Less
  • Service Manager (Environmental Services)  

    - Kirkwall
    Advert NEIGHBOURHOOD SERVICES AND INFRASTRUCTURE Environment... Read More
    Advert NEIGHBOURHOOD SERVICES AND INFRASTRUCTURE Environmental Services Service Manager (Environmental Services) 35 hours per week Permanent £58,518 - £63,756 / £32.07 - £34.94 per hour (including Distant Islands Allowance) Orkney Islands Council is looking for an experienced Environmental Services Manager with the drive, vision and commitment to take forward their future waste and recycling strategy and ensure that services reflect the needs of the local communities, the current and future regulatory and legislative environments and provide best value to the Council. A key part of this role will be to drive the implementation of the Waste Strategy which looks to see a step-change in Orkney’s ability to collect and process recyclable materials and act as an enabler for the development of circular economy opportunities in the County. In addition, you will be responsible for the development and delivery of policies and strategies, management of the collection and treatment of materials and accountable for the operational delivery of the service which provides kerbside collections to households across Orkney Mainland and the Isles. The Council also operates two Waste Transfer Stations, 3 Household Waste Recycling Centres and 2 Recycling Centres together with a number of recycling points. Excellent communication and facilitation skills, together with a sound, practical knowledge of waste and recycling legislation will be a requirement, in addition to significant relevant management experience and a proven ability to lead and manage complex change projects. This is an exciting and challenging opportunity to make a real difference to communities across Orkney and represents a significant chance to grow your career within one of the most geographically diverse local authority areas in Scotland. This post requires a level of knowledge, which can be evidenced through either holding an SVQ4, HND, general degree or equivalent SCQF level 8/9 qualification or a period of 4 years of previous experience directly relevant to the post. You should be able to travel efficiently and effectively between various work locations within Orkney to meet the operational requirements of the Service. This post is subject to Level 1 Disclosure Scotland clearance. Read Less
  • Relief Mobile Toilet Attendant  

    - Kirkwall
    Advert NEIGHBOURHOOD SERVICES AND INFRASTRUCTURE Building Cl... Read More
    Advert NEIGHBOURHOOD SERVICES AND INFRASTRUCTURE Building Cleaning - Mainland Area Relief Mobile Toilet Attendant Hours are offered on an as and when required basis £14.44 per hour (including Distant Islands Allowance) A shift allowance will be paid for unsocial hours worked where appropriate Applications are invited from motivated individuals to undertake cleaning duties on the Orkney mainland. Cleaning activities are undertaken in various public conveniences, waiting rooms and associated accommodation to ensure premises are kept in a clean and hygienic condition. Duties include a range of manual cleaning tasks, replenishing consumables and reporting faults. A full, current driving licence is essential as you will be required to drive an allocated vehicle to visit premises and transport goods as required to undertake the above duties. You will be required to work to cover a rota which includes weekend working. Read Less
  • Relief Mobile Community Responder  

    - Kirkwall
    Advert ORKNEY HEALTH AND CARE Health and Community Care... Read More
    Advert ORKNEY HEALTH AND CARE Health and Community Care Relief Mobile Community Responder Hours are offered on an as and required basis £15.91 per hour (Including Distant Islands Allowance) A shift allowance will be paid for unsocial hours worked where appropriate You will work as part of a team to provide a Community Care Alarm Responder service to individuals living in the communities of Orkney. Assisting individuals to remain at home as independently as possible and deliver services, in line with the principles of the Health and Social Care Standards. Within the Responder service there are two different teams, the Red Team and the Green Team. The Red Team work three shifts including nights and the Green team work two shifts with no nightshift but a midnight finish time. The main difference between them is that the Green Team also helps to provide short-term support to individuals following discharge from hospital and delivery of support to prevent hospital admissions. You will hold or achieve within 5 years, an SVQ 2 (SCQF Level 6) in Health and Social Care or other equivalent level qualification accepted by SSSC for registration. You will have the ability to treat people with dignity, respect and compassion and ensure people are included in and supported to make decisions for themselves. You will have good written and verbal communication skills and show a basic understanding of health and safety for yourself and others including risk assessment Further information relating to the role and the requirements for it is available in the attached Job Profile. You will hold a Full UK Driving Licence to be able to drive a car/small van. This post is subject to membership of the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (PVG) Scheme in respect of regulated work with adults. Read Less
  • Care Organiser  

    - Kirkwall
    Job Description ORKNEY HEALTH AND CARE Health and Community... Read More
    Job Description ORKNEY HEALTH AND CARE Health and Community Care Care Organiser Various contracts from 14 hours to 35 hours per week Permanent £30,521 - £31,143 pro rata / £16.72 - £17.07 per hour (including shift allowance and Distant Islands Allowance) This post may also be eligible for a Golden Hello Payment of £2,000 – please see attached Terms and Conditions, and the Job Pack(s) for more information about this scheme and other benefits. You will assist in the effective and efficient co-ordination, scheduling and monitoring of the Care at Home service using an electronic rostering system. You will organise and manage the work routines of a large, dispersed group of care at home assistants in line with the principles of the Health and Social Care Standards. You will hold a qualification at SCQF 5/6 i.e. SVQ2, National 5, Standard Grades, O Grades, Intermediate 2, SVQ3, Higher National Certificate, Foundation Apprenticeship in a relevant subject or have a minimum 2 years previous relevant experience. You will have the ability to treat people with dignity, respect and compassion and be able to demonstrate good planning and organisational skills. You will have good written and verbal communication skills and possess IT Skills including an operational knowledge of mobile phones. Further information relating to the role and the requirements for it is available in the attached Job Profile. This recruitment campaign is ongoing until 22 June 2025. Submitted application forms will be considered every two weeks with interviews taking place on a rolling programme. If you are interested in these vacancies, we would kindly encourage you apply without delay. Please select your preferred contracted hours and work location(s) in the Candidate Preferences in the application form. Read Less

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