Relief Social Care Worker, Aurrida House (2 Posts) - ORK09755

Orkney Islands Council; Kirkwall; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

A local authority council in Kirkwall is seeking a Relief Social Care Worker to provide support services for children with additional support needs. The role demands relevant qualifications in social services and a commitment to child care, with compensation ranging from £16.49 to £17.23 per hour. This position offers valuable training opportunities and a supportive working environment.

Benefits

Regular supervision and training opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience in providing social and personal care to children with additional support needs.
• Ability to evidence a commitment to the care of children.
• Understanding of the standards of care required by the Care Commission.

Responsibilities

• Provide a wide range of high-quality support services for children with additional support needs.
• Offer part week residential support, respite, and home-based services.
• Ensure compliance with SSSC registration requirements.

Skills

Commitment to the care of children

Experience in additional support needs

Professionalism

Education

SVQ Social Services (Children and Young People), SCQF level 7

HNC Social Services

Job description

Overview

ORKNEY HEALTH AND CARE

Health and Community Care

Aurrida House

Relief Social Care Worker (2 posts)

Hours are offered on an as and when required basis

£16.49 / £17.23 per hour (including Distant Islands Allowance)

A shift allowance will be paid for unsocial hours worked where appropriate

Aurrida House is seeking caring and diligent people to join our committed team. You will provide social and personal care on a shift rota basis to children and young people with additional support needs.

You will provide a wide range of high-quality support services for children with additional support needs and their families. This includes part week residential support for school placement, residential and day respite, short breaks, a home-based support service, and an emergency provision.

You must be able to evidence a commitment to the care of children and have experience in the field of additional support needs. We are looking for someone who holds a strong sense of professionalism and who is familiar with the standards of care required by the Care Commission.

You must hold an SVQ Social Services (Children and Young People), at SCQF level 7, AND an HNC Social Services, or other relevant qualification(s) to enable registration with SSSC. Where the essential qualification(s) are not held, you are required to achieve these within 3 years of appointment.

You must be registered with SSSC either at appointment or within 6 months of commencing in post.

You will be provided with regular supervision and training opportunities to enhance your existing skills.

This post is subject to Level 2 Disclosure Check with PVG for working in a regulated role with children and protected adults.

For an informal discussion about the post, please contact Sally Flett, Registered Manager, or Sarah Muir, Senior Social Care Worker, on 01856 876160.

Closing Date: 23:59 on Sunday 5 October 2025

Please note that interview expenses are not payable for this post.