Senior Social Care Worker Supervisor – Fernlea Care Services – SIC08750

Company: Living & Working in Shetland
Apply for the Senior Social Care Worker Supervisor – Fernlea Care Services – SIC08750
Location: Scotland
Job Description:

Senior Social Care Worker – Supervisor

Senior Social Care Workers – Supervisors are responsible for providing direct support to individuals in a variety of settings, ensuring a high standard of service delivery and supporting individuals to live well through their strengths, skills, community and personal gifts.

Key responsibilities include:

  • Delivering person-centred support in line with legislation and national guidance.
  • Maintaining a positive ethos that promotes the individual’s independence within their personal capabilities and outcomes.
  • Ensuring that individuals receive high standards of care and support.
  • Providing direct support to individuals across a range of settings.

Additional information and requirements:

  • The grade of the post is J.
  • This post is not career graded.
  • The rate of pay is inclusive of a Distant Islands Allowance of £1.5523 per hour.
  • Permanent full and part‑time posts available, 52.18 weeks per year.
  • Preferred candidates will be required to join the Protecting Vulnerable Groups (PVG) Scheme or undergo a PVG Scheme update prior to formally joining.
  • Candidate must register with the Scottish Social Services Council (SSSC) upon starting the post.
  • No relocation package applies.
  • Interview expenses will be paid within Shetland.
  • Candidate must have ability to travel throughout Shetland on short notice, where public transport is limited.
  • Flexible working arrangements are available.

Location: Fernlea Care Services, Whalsay, Shetland.

For further details relating to this post, please contact: Amie Gilman, Team Leader – Tel: 01595 745 182 – Email: amie.gilman@shetland.gov.uk.

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Posted: June 1st, 2026