Modern Apprentice

An exciting opportunity has opened up to join the Shetland Islands Council as a Modern Apprentice, working in either Community Care Resources or Adult Services.

A career in the Social Care Sector can bring great satisfaction for both staff and customers.

If you are passionate about working with people:

• Do you possess a caring nature and strong communication skills?
• Are you a dependable and sincere individual with an open-minded attitude?
• Would you embrace the chance to become a fully qualified Social Care Worker and enter a registered profession?

If this sounds like you, Community Health and Social Care would love to receive your application.

Community Health & Social Care are seeking Modern Apprentices to join existing residential care teams across Shetland, providing support to elderly adults, adults with mental health challenges, and adults with learning disabilities and autism. The Modern Apprentices will be trained on how to offer person-centered assistance following regulations and guidelines, attending to the physical, social, and emotional needs of customers in residential settings. Support will be provided for workplace studies through Shetland College, enabling successful candidates to grasp their role fully and achieve an SVQ Social Services and Healthcare SCQF Level 6.

Modern Apprentices work 35 hours a week (with fewer hours available upon request) in a flexible shift system, including evenings and weekends, to cater to customers' needs at all times. An enhanced hourly rate is provided for weekend shifts.

Additional details can be found in the Job Profile, Person Specification, and Conditions of Service Summary attached at the end of this advertisement.

Key Points:

• This post is graded as SLGLW / AB
• Rate of pay includes Distant Islands Allowance of £1.4202 per hour
• Fixed Term Part Time position for 35.0 Hours per Week, 52.18 weeks yearly
• 2 years duration for the apprenticeship
• Preferred candidates must undergo PVG Scheme checks
• Successful candidate to register with the Scottish Social Services Council (SSSC) within 6 months of the start date
• No relocation package available for this post
• Interview expenses covered within Shetland
• Flexibility in working arrangements

Applicants are required to provide names of two non-related references during the application process.

This position is based in various locations across Shetland.

If you are a caring and empathetic individual looking to make a positive impact on people's lives, considering a career in social care could be the perfect fit for you.

Information about Shetland

Shetland, located in the northern part of the British Isles, offers a mix of freedom, wildlife, cultural richness, and a progressive society. The Islands boast a diverse and thriving economy providing ample opportunities, along with an enviable work-life balance for its residents. Pairing stunning coastal scenery and open landscapes with vibrant island communities, Shetland stands out for its modern amenities, esteemed educational institutions, and a work-life balance that is hard to beat elsewhere.

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