Social Care Worker (Nights), Hamnavoe House – ORK10409

Advert Social Care Worker (Nights) Hamnavoe House 26.45 hours per week Permanent £42,870 – £43,768 / £44,820 – £48,001 pro rata £22.22 – £22.69 / £23.23 – £24.88 per hour The above amounts include shift allowance and Distant Islands Allowance We are happy to talk flexible working where possible You will be required to carry out tasks and duties delegated by senior staff 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. Previous experience in social care is essential. To be appointed at Grade E: You should hold an SVQ2 or equivalent level qualification in Social Care AND there is also a requirement to achieve an SVQ3 in Social Care or other relevant qualification to enable registration with the SSSC as a Practitioner in a Care Home Service for Adults within 3 years of appointment. To be appointed at Grade F: You should hold an SVQ3 in Social Care or other relevant qualification to enable registration with the SSSC as a Practitioner in a Care Home Service for Adults. You are required to register with the SSSC as a Practitioner in a Care Home Service 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 requirements of the Service. This post is subject to a 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 Marina Stanger, Registered Manager on 01856 850311. Applications close at 23:59 on Sunday 14 June 2026 For information on applying and our recruitment process, click here for Information for Applicants. We would welcome your feedback on our recruitment process .41bf1e1f-b16b-4260-a40a-17c77a06fd15…