Support Worker - Bridges Project

Advertisement DetailsThe purpose of the job of support worker is to actively promote person centred support and learning for young people who are not in employment, education or training. The project targets those young people who are school winter leavers or who have left school These young people are in need of more choices and more chances in relation to their future education or employment. These young people have at times chaotic lifestyles.   More detail is provided in the Job Profile, Person Specification and Conditions of Service Summary attached to the bottom of this advert. Please follow the link(s) below for further information - www.shetland.gov.uk  Additional Information• The grade of this post is H • Rate of pay shown in the advert is inclusive of Distant Islands Allowance of £1.5523 per hour • Permanent Part Time post for 18.5 Hours per Week, 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 a formal offer of employment being made • This vacancy does not meet Home Office rules for UK visa sponsorship. Please only apply if you do not require UK visa sponsorship. • A relocation package does not apply to this post • We will pay interview expenses from within Shetland • You must have the ability to travel throughout Shetland at short notice and where public transport is limited • We are happy to talk flexible working   During the application process you are required to give the names of two persons not related to you, who we can contact to provide a reference to support your application. This post is based at 66/68 Commercial Road, Lerwick For further details relating to this post, please contact: James Leask, Senior Bridges Support Worker - Phone Number: 01595 744454, Email: james.leask@shetland.gov.uk If you have a disability which prevents you from applying online, please call 01595 744032.  Information about Shetland Shetland is an archipelago in the north of the British Isles where you'll find freedom, wildlife and wild beauty, but also a rich culture and dynamic, forward-looking society. The Islands have a thriving and diverse economy full of opportunities and offer residents the ideal work/life balance. Shetland combines stunning coastal landscapes and wide open spaces with friendly, bustling island communities. Factor in Shetland's impressive modern amenities, highly regarded schools and the Islands offer a work life balance rarely found elsewhere. Find out more about: Living and working in Shetland: here The Shetland Islands Council: here