Relief Social Care Worker, Children's Residential - ORK09783

Orkney Islands Council; Kirkwall; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A local council authority in Scotland is seeking a Relief Social Care Worker to provide a nurturing environment for looked after children. The role requires a commitment to safety, collaboration with colleagues, and relevant qualifications including SVQ Social Services. Hours are offered on an as-required basis, with a pay rate of £16.49 / £17.23 per hour. Applicants must apply for SSSC registration within three months.

Benefits

Regular supervision

Training opportunities

Qualifications

• Must be registered with the SSSC (Residential Child Care) at appointment or within three months.
• Willingness to work on a seven-day, sleep-in shift pattern.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a positive and safe environment for children and young people.
• Provide regular supervision and enhance skills through training opportunities.

Skills

Commitment to children and young people's safety

Collaborative work with colleagues and agencies

Education

SVQ Social Services (Children and Young People) at SCQF Level 7

HNC Social Services

Job description

Advert

ORKNEY HEALTH AND CARE

Children and Families

Relief Social Care Worker

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

The residential children's service in Orkney is committed to providing a safe, stable and nurturing home setting for looked after children. We are seeking Relief Social Care Workers who will be committed to maintaining a positive and safe environment for children and young people and to work collaboratively with colleagues and other agencies.

Applicants should be willing to work on a seven day, sleep in shift pattern basis which includes evening, weekends and public holidays.

You must hold an SVQ Social Services (Children and Young People), at SCQF Level 7 AND HNC Social Services or other relevant qualification(s) to enable registration with SSSC as a Practitioner in Residential Childcare Services OR where these qualifications are not held, there is a requirement to achieve relevant qualification(s) within 3 years of appointment.

Applicants must be registered with the SSSC (Residential Child Care) either at appointment or within three months.

In return, you will be provided with regular supervision and training opportunities to enhance your existing skills.

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

For an informal discussion regarding the above post please contact Stephen Crew, Registered Manager on 873135.

Closing Date: 23:59 on Sunday 16 November 2025

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