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Posted 20 July, 2026

Practitioners - Children & Young People's Residential Service (Values Based Recruitment) - SIC08876

Shetland Islands Council
Lerwick, SCT, GB Full Time

Job Description

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Values Based Recruitment

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The Value of Care: It Starts with You!

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Practitioners - Children & Young People's Residential Services

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Join our caring team at Children & Young People's Residential Services 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.

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About us:

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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.

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What you’ll do:

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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 children and young people and their families, focusing on empowerment, participation, dignity and respect

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What we’re looking for:

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  • A caring and compassionate individual who is passionate about supporting people to achieve positive outcomes.
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  • Someone with a friendly nature and sense of humour, who loves making genuine connections with people.
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What we offer:

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  • Fantastic opportunity for career progression in Social Care.
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  • Competitive salary, Terms and Conditions.
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  • A comprehensive Employee Benefits package.
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  • A supportive and inclusive work environment.
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  • The opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of others.
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  • Investment in you, to enable you to invest in others.
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For more information please contact: Jackie Irvine, Registered Manager, Tel - 01595 744959, Email - [email protected]

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Additional Information\n
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  • The grade of this post is H/I
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  • Rate of pay shown in the advert is inclusive of Distant Islands Allowance of £1.5523 per hour
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  • 1 x Established part-time posts for 20hpw, 52.18 weeks per year
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  • 1 x Established part-time post for 17hpw, 52.18 weeks per year
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  • Various Temporary part-time or full-time posts for up to 37hpw (109 hours available). Temporary contracts for a period of approximately 12 months.
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  • 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
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  • The successful candidate will have to complete registration with the Scottish Social Services Council (SSSC) when they begin in post
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  • A relocation package does not apply to this post
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  • We will pay interview expenses from within Shetland
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  • You must have the ability to travel throughout Shetland at short notice and where public transport is limited
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  • We are happy to talk flexible working
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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.

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If you have a disability which prevents you from applying online, please call 01595 744032.

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