# Support Worker - Early Learning & Childcare - Baltasound Junior High SchoolRef no:: SIC08304Published:: 20/10/2025Closes:: 03/11/2025Location:: Baltasound Junior High School, Unst, Shetland, ZE2 9DYRate:: £15.50 - £16.13 per hourContract Type:: TemporaryPosition Type:: Part TimeHours:: 14 hours per week## Advertisement DetailsThe purpose of this post is to work effectively as a member of an Early Learning and Childcare team to support in the delivery of a high quality, safe and balanced education and care service, which meets the needs of each young child and their families and is in accordance with relevant legislation and guidelines.**Post holders must apply for and maintain registered status with the registering body as long as the post is held.**In accordance with the Scottish Social Services Council; all Social Work Service workers must adhere to the following Codes of Practice:The SSSC have a Continuous Learning Framework and staff should make themselves aware of the content and how it relates to the Support Worker post.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 -Baltasound Junior High School is a non-denominational school located in Unst. It provides nursery, primary and secondary education up to S4 for children from the island of Unst. The structure of the school is 1 nursery, 3 composite primary classes and S1-4 classes. There is currently a total of 95 pupils on the roll. The school is managed by a Head Teacher and 1 Depute Head Teacher. The current staffing complement is 15 teachers assisted by support staff as required to meet school demands. The current Head Teacher is Mr Paul Thomson. Further information can be found on the schools website at .## Additional Information* The grade of this post is E/F* Rate of pay shown in the advert is inclusive of Distant Islands Allowance of £1.4808 per hour* Temporary Part Time post for 15.0 Hours per Week, 40.5 weeks per year plus 6.48 weeks (pro rata) paid holiday to be taken during school holidays.* Temporary contract for a period of approximately 6 months.* Preferred candidates will be required to join the Protecting Vulnerable Groups (PVG) Scheme or undergo a PVG Scheme update* The successful candidate will have to complete registration with the Scottish Social Services Council (SSSC) when they begin in post* A relocation package does not apply to this post* We will pay interview expenses from within Shetland* We are happy to talk flexible workingDuring 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 Baltasound Junior High School, Unst, Shetland.**For further details relating to this post, please contact: Paul Thomson, Head Teacher - Contact on: 01595 807031or e-mail: Paul.Thomson2@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:The Shetland Islands Council:## Job Attachments* Share this job posting via Email### Advertisement
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