Shetland Care Attendant Scheme

24/06/2026

💛 We’re recruiting Care Attendants 💛
Do you have a caring nature and want to make a real difference in someone’s life?

At Shetland Care Attendant Scheme (SCAS), we are looking for reliable and compassionate people to provide regular support visits to our service users.
This is not relief care – we are looking for people who can commit to regular visits, helping to build trust, routine, and a positive relationship with the person they support. Consistency is at the heart of what we do.

Our available shifts are generally during daytime hours, with regular visits available (as well as some evening and waking overnight opportunities). Visits are a minimum of one hour, giving you the time to provide meaningful, person-centred support.

As a Care Attendant, you may support with:
- Companionship and social activities – including going out for a drive or enjoying time together in the community
- Personal care and support with daily living tasks
- Preparing light meals and supporting with everyday routines
- Medication support
- Using personal aids and equipment to help maintain independence

What we offer:
🌟£16.07 per hour + mileage (45p per mile)
🌟Casual contract with regular hours available
🌟The opportunity to make a genuine difference in your local community
🌟Support from a friendly and dedicated office team

We are looking for applicants who have:
🔷Experience providing personal care and support to individuals in their own home or in a residential care setting
🔷 A valid, clean UK driving licence
🔷Access to a car insured for business use

To apply email for an application pack: [email protected]

Closing date for applications: Mon 6th July 2026 at 5:00pm

Expected interview dates: 13th & 14th July 2026

If you’re looking for a rewarding role where you can build meaningful connections and support people to live well at home, we’d love to hear from you.

19/06/2026

Time to Live Grant 2026-27 – Applications Now Open

Are you an unpaid carer in Shetland?

The Time to Live Fund 2026-27 is now open for applications. The fund can help unpaid carers access a short break, activities, equipment, learning opportunities, or other support that will have a positive impact on their wellbeing and help them take a break from their caring role.

Before applying, please read the Eligibility Criteria Leaflet.

You can find full information, eligibility criteria and the application form here:
https://www.shetlandcarers.org/support/breaks/short

Applications will be accepted until 3 March 2027, subject to funding being available. We will update the webpage if the fund becomes fully allocated or closes to new applications.

"I used my Short Break grant for massages to help with stress and chronic pain. It made a huge difference to my physical self. I could move better and after a few months my pain was much more under control. Having that hour of relaxation also did wonders for my mental health. I felt less uptight and...

17/06/2026

🌟 We’re recruiting Care Attendants 🌟

Do you have a caring nature and want to make a real difference in someone’s life?
At Shetland Care Attendant Scheme (SCAS), we are looking for reliable and compassionate people to provide regular support visits to our service users.

This is not relief care – we are looking for people who can commit to regular visits, helping to build trust, routine, and a positive relationship with the person they support. Consistency is at the heart of what we do.

Our available shifts are generally during daytime hours, with regular visits available (as well as some evening and waking overnight opportunities). Visits are a minimum of one hour, giving you the time to provide meaningful, person-centred support.

As a Care Attendant, you may support with:
💙 Companionship and social activities – including going out for a drive or enjoying time together in the community
💙 Personal care and support with daily living tasks
💙 Preparing light meals and supporting with everyday routines
💙 Medication support
💙 Using personal aids and equipment to help maintain independence

✨ What we offer:
✔ £16.07 per hour + mileage (45p per mile)
✔ Casual contract with regular hours available
✔ The opportunity to make a genuine difference in your local community
✔ Support from a friendly and dedicated office team

We are looking for applicants who have:
✅ Experience providing personal care and support to individuals in their own home or in a residential care setting
✅ A valid, clean UK driving licence
✅ Access to a car insured for business use

To apply email for an application pack: [email protected]

Closing date for applications: Mon 6th July 2026 at 5:00pm

Expected interview dates: 13th & 14th July 2026

If you’re looking for a rewarding role where you can build meaningful connections and support people to live well at home, we’d love to hear from you.

19/05/2026

⭐ Looking for a Role Where You Can Make a Real Difference? ⭐

Are you passionate about supporting people and making a real difference in your community? We are looking for a Carer Liaison Worker to join our team.

This rewarding role involves supporting unpaid carers across Shetland by providing advice and information, helping carers access respite breaks and grants, signposting to support services, and working alongside local organisations and partners.

We would love to hear from people who are approachable, organised, good communicators, and genuinely care about supporting others. You do not need to have worked in this exact role before — if you have transferable skills and experience, we strongly encourage you to apply.

🚗 A driving licence and access to a car insured for business use are essential, as the role involves regular travel across Shetland, including home visits and attending events.

🕒 35 hours per week (full-time) – part-time hours may be considered
📍 Based at Market House, Lerwick
💷 Salary: £32,715 per annum (pro rata for part-time hours)
📅 Funding secured until 31 March 2030

📩 To request an application pack, email [email protected] or call 01595 743932.

⏰ Closing date for applications: Monday 25th May 2026 at 5:00pm

18/05/2026

🌟 CARER LIAISON WORKER 🌟
We are looking for a Carer Liaison Worker to join our team.

This rewarding role involves supporting unpaid carers across Shetland by providing advice, helping access respite breaks and grants, signposting to support services, and working with local organisations and partners.

We’re looking for someone who is approachable, organised, a good communicator and passionate about supporting people.

You don’t need to have done this exact role before, transferable skills and experience are welcome.

🚗 Driving licence and access to a car insured for business use required (this role involves regular travel across Shetland, including home visits to carers and attendance at events)
🕒 35 hours per week (full-time) – part-time hours may be considered
📍 Office based at Market House, Lerwick
💷Salary: £32,715 per annum, based on a 35-hour full-time week, pro rata for part-time hours
📅 Funded until 31 March 2030
📩 For an application pack: Email [email protected] or call 01595 743932.

Closing date for applications: Monday 25th May 2026 at 5:00pm

12/05/2026

🌟 WE’RE HIRING – CARER LIAISON WORKER 🌟

We are looking for a Carer Liaison Worker to join our team.

This rewarding role involves supporting unpaid carers across Shetland by providing advice, helping access respite breaks and grants, signposting to support services, and working with local organisations and partners.

We’re looking for someone who is approachable, organised, a good communicator and passionate about supporting people.

You don’t need to have done this exact role before, transferable skills and experience are welcome.

🚗 Driving licence and access to a car insured for business use required (this role involves regular travel across Shetland, including home visits to carers and attendance at events)
🕒 35 hours per week (full-time) – part-time hours may be considered
📍 Office based at Market House, Lerwick
📅 Funded until 31 March 2030

📩 For an application pack:
Email [email protected] or call 01595 743932.

Closing date for applications: Monday 25th May 2026 at 5:00pm

23/04/2026

📢 We're Hiring: Care Coordinator (Part Time – 25 Hours per Week)

📍 Location: Market House, 14 Market Street, Lerwick, Shetland, ZE1 0JP
💷 Salary: £30,510 per annum, pro rata (based on 25 hours per week)
(Full Time Equivalent: £42,714)
📅 Contract Term: Funded until 31 March 2030, with continuation subject to future funding

Are you organised, compassionate, and passionate about delivering high-quality care? We are looking for a Care Coordinator to support our Service Manager in ensuring excellent, person-centred care is delivered consistently.

Key Responsibilities:

✅ Oversee day-to-day care delivery and staff scheduling
✅ Support, supervise and guide Care Attendants
✅ Conduct appraisals and team meetings
✅ Monitor operational activity and support reporting
✅ Help maintain compliance with organisational and regulatory standards
✅ Identify opportunities to improve care delivery and staff support
✅ Deputise for the Service Manager when required (within role scope)
✅ Provide occasional on-call support as needed

About You:

✔ Strong organisational and communication skills
✔ Experience in care services or team coordination
✔ Ability to lead and motivate staff
✔ Committed to delivering person-centred care
✔ Flexible and dependable

If you'd like to make a real difference in your community and join a supportive team, we'd love to hear from you.

📩 Email us for an application today: [email protected]

Closing date for applications: Monday 27th April 2026 at 5:00pm

21/04/2026

📢 We’re Hiring: Finance Officer (Part-Time) 📢

We are looking for a motivated and organised Finance Officer to join our team and support the vital work we do providing respite and breaks for unpaid carers throughout Shetland.

About the Role:
The Finance Officer will manage day-to-day financial administration, maintain accounting software, ensure accurate financial records, prepare reports, run payroll, carry out other related finance duties, monitor budgets, and provide financial information to support planning and reporting.

📍 Location: Market House, 14 Market Street, Lerwick, ZE1 0JP

🏠 Flexible working: Remote, office-based, or hybrid - by agreement

⏰ Hours: Part-time – 40 hours per month. Working hours can be arranged flexibly, provided all tasks are completed on schedule, and attendance at team meetings or collaboration sessions is maintained.

📅 Contract: Funded until 31 March 2030 (continuation contingent on future funding)

💷 Salary: £9,347 per annum pro rata (based on 40 hours/month)
(Full-time equivalent salary: £32,795)

Join us and help make a difference to unpaid carers across Shetland.

📩 To apply please email us for an application pack: [email protected]

Closing date for applications: Monday 27th April 2026 at 5:00pm.

20/04/2026

We’re pleased to share that Shetland Carers carers advice, support and information service is transferring this month from Voluntary Action Shetland (VAS) to Shetland Care Attendant Scheme (SCAS).

With support from Shetland Charitable Trust, Shetland Islands Council and Shared Care Scotland’s Short Breaks Fund, SCAS will now manage and develop this important service for unpaid carers across Shetland.

This will include:
• Advice, information and practical support for carers
• Support to access Time to Live Short Break Grants
• Respitality Breaks in Shetland
• Help carers access the respite and support they deserve

“As our team grows, we’ll be able to reach more carers and provide support in meaningful and practical ways. We’ll be sharing more information soon about when the service will be fully up and running. In the meantime, unpaid carers are encouraged to get in touch with us if they need advice or support.”

If you are an unpaid carer and need advice or support, please get in touch:
📧 [email protected]
📞 01595 743931

We’ll be sharing more updates soon about when the service will be fully up and running.

Voluntary Action Shetland (VAS) and the Shetland Care Attendant Scheme (SCAS) are pleased to announce that the carers advice, support, and information service will transfered from the VAS Shetland Carers project to SCAS this month.

14/04/2026

🌟 We’re Hiring at SCAS! 🌟
We are currently recruiting for:
- Care Coordinator (25 hrs/week)
- Finance Officer (40 hrs/month, includes payroll duties)
Both roles are part-time, and fixed term until 31 March 2030 (extension subject to funding).

🟡 Be part of a supportive team making a meaningful difference in our community.

Contact us for an application pack:
📩 [email protected]
📞 01595 743932

Please state which role you are applying for.
⏰ Closing date: 5:00pm, Monday 27th April 2026