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EDUCATION, COMMUNITIES AND HOUSING
Community Learning, Development and Employability
Sanday Youth Club
Senior Youth Worker
2 hours per week (20 weeks per year)
Temporary up to 31 March 2026
£30,251 - £30,871 pro rata / £16.58 - £16.92 per hour (including Distant Islands Allowance)
An opportunity has arisen within the above youth club for energetic and enthusiastic individuals interested in working with young people in an informal setting.
The Senior Youth Worker is responsible for the co-ordination and running of the club, and along with the General Youth Worker is expected to work with the members to develop an interesting programme of activities in the youth club.
You should have experience and an understanding of working with children and young people in an informal setting. Therefore, if you are keen to get involved in youth work and wish to further develop your current experience in supporting and working with young people, then we would be delighted to hear from you.
In addition, the appointed person will be required to attend other meetings and will be offered a comprehensive training programme, over and above club sessions.
Applicants must have a good general standard of education, including literacy and numeracy.
This post is subject to a Level 2 Disclosure Check with PVG for working in a regulated role with children.
Prospective applicants are invited to discuss the post by contacting Richard Smith, Community Learning and Development Officer on ext. 2424 or by e-mail richard.smith@orkney.gov.uk
Closing Date: 23:59 on Sunday 5 October 2025
Please note that interview expenses are not payable for this post.