Reception Supervisor (Ref: 219499)
Substantive
Part time 22.94 hours per week
Band 4 - Salary Range £ 30,353 - £33,016 per annum (pro rata)
Distant Island Allowance of £2,482 per annum (pro rata)
The successful candidate will be able to demonstrate excellent communication and inter-personal skills as well as good organisational and record-keeping skills. They must be self-motivating and able to work on their own initiative with a proven ability to handle multiple tasks and set priorities. They should have good IT skills and be able to plan and organise their own workload and that of others with no direct supervision to meet numerous deadlines
Reception Shift Pattern
Morning
08.00 - 16.00
Evening
16.00 – 00.00
Night
00.00 – 08.00
If the shifts are not covered, the reception supervisor may have to step in to cover.
*You will initially be appointed at Band 3 level (Salary range £28,011 - £30,230 per annum pro-rata) rising to Band 4 once successful completion of competencies.
Rise to the challenge and enjoy the opportunity - Shetland is a wonderful place to live and work. Shetland offers low pollution, low crime, excellent schools, great leisure facilities, unique wildlife and amazing scenery, whilst still only a short flight away from the UK mainland. To find out more about living and working in Shetland go to and/or
You will be expected to comply with the Induction Standards and Code of Conduct for Healthcare Support Workers within 3 months of commencing your role – details can be viewed on
Please note that this post is not eligible for sponsorship in line with current Gov.uk guidance. It is essential that you have checked that you either already have an appropriate right to work in the UK without the need for sponsorship before submitting any applications. Further information found here .
For an informal discussion, please contact shreyansh.kayastha@nhs.scot
Closing date: 20/07/2025
Interview date: TBA
*Please note this is a local advertisement and no relocation or interview expenses are applicable.
For more information and to apply:
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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.
In promoting equal opportunities, we welcome applications from all sections of the community.