EDUCATION, COMMUNITIES AND HOUSING

Community Learning, Development and Employability

Stronsay Youth Club

General Youth Worker

2 hours per week (20 weeks per year)

Temporary until 31 March 2027

£29,148 - £29,732 pro rata / £15.97 - £16.29 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 role of the General Youth Worker is to provide support to the Senior Youth Worker in developing a varied weekly programme of activities, in consultation with club members.

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.

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 01856 873535 ext. 2424 or by e-mail richard.smith@orkney.gov.uk

Closing Date: 23:59 Sunday 25 January 2026

Please note that interview expenses are not payable for this post.