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Team Leader – Isleshavn Care Services, Community Care Resources - Shetland Islands Council
£51,.94 - £53,.45 per year inclusive of Distant Islands Allowance of £2, per annum.
A relocation package applies to this post and we will pay interview expenses from within the UK.
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced or aspiring Team Leader to lead our friendly, supportive team at Isleshavn Care Services.
We are looking for an enthusiastic, motivated and flexible individual who can build on their previous work in care to inspire and lead their team to deliver professional, personalised and outcome focused care to customers within our residential care home, day services and within their own homes.
As successful candidate, you will be central to achieving, ensuing and maintaining excellent services for our clients, whilst leading the team to ensure performance and regulatory standards are maintained.
You will lead the team to develop and achieve the customer focussed, effective and efficient delivery of the service plan, service improvement and outcomes required in accordance with agreed specifications, service standards, performance targets and costs and be responsible for effective delivery of services in accordance with the Council’s, SSC and Care Inspectorate values, objectives, targets and statutory obligations.
You must have:
1. Experience of working in a care setting, or similar.
2. Excellent organisational skills and be a clear and effective communicator.
3. A high level of personal motivation and ability to motivate others.
4. Knowledge of best practice and relevant legislation.
5. Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to relate to a range of audiences.
6. Experience of effective management and delivery of resources within set budget.
7. A degree in a relevant discipline (or equivalent qualification, training or relevant experience).
More detail is provided in the Job Profile, Person Specification and Conditions of Service Summary attached to the bottom of this advert.
About the service:
Based in Mid Yell overlooking the water, this service provides high-quality, person-centred support for older people across three key areas:
8. A seven-bed care home,
9. A welcoming day care service, and
10. An expanding Support at Home service helping people live independently.
The team delivers24-hour care and support. As Shetland does not have any nursing homes or hospices the care we provide can be complex and multifaceted. Strong partnership working with the NHS, local council, and third sector organisations is central to ensuring the highest standards of care and meeting the needs of the island community.
The service is managed by a Senior Team Leader under the guidance of an Executive Manager. Across Shetland, there are nine Team Leaders responsible for managing older people’s care services. They meet at least once a month to share knowledge, support one another, and ensure consistent, high-quality care across the isles. The team combines a wealth of experience with fresh perspectives, creating a supportive environment that values collaboration, professional growth, and the highest standards of care
A Caring Career in Yell, Shetland
Working in care on the island of Yell isn’t just a job—it’s about becoming part of a community where people genuinely look out for one another. Here, you’ll have the chance to make a real difference to people’s lives while enjoying the unique lifestyle that comes with living on one of Shetland’s most beautiful isles.
On Yell, caring goes beyond the workplace. It’s at the heart of island life: neighbours support each other, friendships grow quickly, and community halls buzz with events that bring everyone together.
When the working day ends, the island gives back in its own way:
11. Walk along quiet sandy beaches and watch otters and seals at play.
12. Take in big skies and fresh Atlantic air that clears the mind.
13. Enjoy the safety and peace of a small, close-knit island community.
14. Be only a short 20-minute ferry ride away from Mainland Shetland for shops, services, and connections.
Here you’ll find:
15. Rewarding work where your role truly matters to individuals and families.
16. A supportive team environment that values compassion and commitment.
17. A healthy work–life balance with space and time to enjoy the outdoors.
18. Affordable, safe living with a warm island welcome.
19. Relocation support to help make your move to Shetland as smooth and stress-free as possible.
If you’re someone who cares deeply about people and would love a role where community, nature, and meaningful work come together, Yell is waiting for you.
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.
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Living and working in Shetland: The Shetland Islands Council: