Developing the Young Workforce - Shetland

03/11/2026

SDS Careers Adviser in Shetland, Alicia, joins local hairdresser Kira Gifford at Envi to learn more about the Hairdressing industry here in Shetland for Scottish Careers Week

For pupils wishing to learn more about Hairdressing and gaining a qualification in this area, visit UHI Shetland and speak to your school Careers Adviser:
https://www.shetland.uhi.ac.uk/schools/skills-for-work/hairdressing-and-beauty/

If you would like to explore a role in this industry, visit:
https://www.myworldofwork.co.uk/search-job-profiles

If you would like to speak to a Careers Adviser, please contact:
Skills Development Scotland – Lerwick Office
Email: [email protected]
Phone: 01595 695791

My World of Work

03/11/2026

Today, SDS Careers Advisers Kathleen, Katie and Holly went to Aith Junior High School as part of Scottish Careers Week to deliver groupwork and activities. They met with the S1, S2 & S3 classes. At lunch time, the pupils particularly enjoyed our future jobs wall with some suggesting we might have Ghostbusters and AI Footballers in 2036!



My World of Work

02/11/2026

For Scottish Careers Week SDS Careers Adviser, Katie joins Colin Leask, Director of Ocean Farm Services Ltd., to speak about the Maritime and Aquaculture industry in Shetland

For pupils wishing to learn more about Maritime and Aquaculture and gaining a qualification in these areas, visit UHI Shetland and speak to your school Careers Adviser:
https://www.shetland.uhi.ac.uk/schools/skills-for-work/aquaculture-/
https://www.shetland.uhi.ac.uk/schools/skills-for-work/maritime-skills/
https://www.shetland.uhi.ac.uk/schools/foundation-apprenticeships-and-academy-courses/

If you would like to explore a role in this industry, visit:
https://www.myworldofwork.co.uk/search-job-profiles

If you would like to speak to a Careers Adviser, please contact:
Skills Development Scotland – Lerwick Office
Email: [email protected]
Phone: 01595 695791

My World of Work
UHI Shetland

02/11/2026

SDS Careers Advisers Katie, Kathleen and Holly are in Whalsay School today to kick start the Careers Week roadshow across the Junior High and High Schools in Shetland. They’ll be busy in all the PSE classes and doing fun activities at lunch time!



My World of Work

01/11/2026

We are supporting our partners at Skills Development Scotland who are getting ready for Scottish Careers Week 2026!

Join the Shetland team, Katie and Alicia, through the next 2 weeks as they explore different careers, employers and opportunities, available to young people across Shetland.

Careers Advisers will be visiting all 7 schools across Shetland to promote their service, deliver groupwork and opportunities to pupils, staff and parents.
Keep your eyes peeled

My World of Work

31/10/2026

📢 A new funding opportunity for employers across the Highlands & Islands.

Workforce North's Co-Investment Fund has been created to support employers across the Highlands & Islands with workforce development, recruitment, training and apprenticeships.

They're running a series of short webinars this November for employers who'd like to find out more about the support available.

Employer webinars:

📅 10 November, 1pm
Registration link:
https://tinyurl.com/37wsvf4z

📅 26 November, 12pm
Registration link:
https://tinyurl.com/3kkhe32r

30/10/2026

🍂 As schools return after the October Holidays, we're taking a moment to look back on a busy Term filled with opportunities for young people across Shetland to explore careers, develop skills and connect with employers.

Some highlights...

⚡Engineering Development Trust's STEM activities sponsored by SSENT
🪖Army careers, team-building and leadership activity sessions
⚙️ Engineering Careers Event at Brae Hall
🏥 NHS Shetland and SIC Health and Social Care careers engagement at Clickimin
🐟 Aquaculture Industry Event with Salmon Scotland
🎨 Art Machine workplace visit for pupils interested in Graphic Design and the creative industries
⚡ Energy sector visits and employer engagement with Vestas, NorthFish and EnQuest
🚁 Emergency services and transport insights with HM Coastguard, Police Scotland and NorthLink Ferries
🤝 S4 Mock Interviews with employers from across Shetland
💼 Workplace visits, employer talks and career insights delivered in schools across Shetland

A huge thank you to everyone who has supported these experiences for our young people this term. We look forward to a busy term 2!

29/10/2026

A call to young people to have your voice heard, complete the Youth Climate Change Survey

🌍 Young people of Shetland, we need your voice! 🌍

Have you filled in the Youth Climate Conversation Survey yet?

This is your chance to share your views on climate change, the environment, and Shetland's future. The results will be presented directly to decision-makers at the Shetland Partnership Climate Change Event in December, helping ensure that young people's perspectives are part of the conversation.

The decisions being made today will shape the future you'll live in tomorrow. Make sure your voice is heard!

👉 Fill in the survey: https://forms.cloud.microsoft/pages/responsepage.aspx?id=rPPnTRKeHEiy8bJBnBocIeeWCagX01NEv14p4gLvQ9ZUQjlUV1lQVE4zVlU2SVRFTzhVSTJQMFFGQi4u&route=shorturl

📢 Please help us spread the word:

✅ Share on social media
✅ Post it to your story
✅ Share in group chats
✅ Tell your friends to take part

The more young people who respond, the stronger our message will be. Let's make sure Shetland's young people are represented! 💚

28/10/2026

🦷 A fantastic opportunity with NHS Shetland for anyone aged 16+!
NHS Shetland is recruiting for a Student/Qualified Dental Nurse.
The student route offers the chance to earn while you learn, gaining hands-on experience and working towards a recognised qualification, with training and support provided.
📍 Lerwick or Brae
📅 Closing date: 1 November 2026
NHS Shetland

New Vacancy – Qualified/Student Dental Nurse

NHS Shetland is committed to ensuring that everyone in Shetland can access high quality, affordable, safe and effective NHS oral health care services. We currently have an opportunity for either a Qualified Dental Nurse or Student Dental Nurse, to join the Public Dental Service, working in modern and well equipped surgeries.


For more information and to apply: - https://apply.jobs.scot.nhs.uk/Job/JobDetail?JobId=272442

23/10/2026

🦷 A fantastic opportunity with NHS Shetland for anyone aged 16+!

NHS Shetland is recruiting for a Student/Qualified Dental Nurse.

The student route offers the chance to earn while you learn, gaining hands-on experience and working towards a recognised qualification, with training and support provided.

📍 Lerwick or Brae
📅 Closing date: 1 November 2026

NHS Shetland

New Vacancy – Qualified/Student Dental Nurse

NHS Shetland is committed to ensuring that everyone in Shetland can access high quality, affordable, safe and effective NHS oral health care services. We currently have an opportunity for either a Qualified Dental Nurse or Student Dental Nurse, to join the Public Dental Service, working in modern and well equipped surgeries.


For more information and to apply: - https://apply.jobs.scot.nhs.uk/Job/JobDetail?JobId=272442