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This week, the Pier Arts Centre are looking for a Seasonal Assistant, NHS Orkney are advertising a relief post for a Maternity Support Worker, Kenny Foulis Gardening Services have vacancies for Labourers, and more! For full details on the jobs we've included this week, click on the button below. There are a great variety of apprenticeships you can undertake across many different industries - they're not just for the trades! Some different areas you can apprentice in include social services, IT, life sciences, business and administration, and many more. Check out apprenticeships.scot for more information.  Jobs of the Week are live!
This week, Scholes CA are recruiting a Trainee Accountant at their office in Kirkwall, Orkney Crab are looking for Processing Staff, and Argo's Bakery have a part-time opportunity in their shop in Kirkwall, perfect for student workers! For full details on the jobs we've included this week, click on the button below. During an interview, if you can, try to relate your skills and experience to the role. This could be something as simple as spending time using a home computer. Employers often look for computer literacy in potential candidates (even in industries you might not expect!), and they'll usually list this in the person specification.  It's Thursday! Jobs of the Week are live.
This week, Archive Coffee and The Ferry Inn are looking for seasonal kitchen staff, Jollys of Orkney have a vacancy for a Shop Assistant in Hatston, Orkney Dental are advertising a Trainee Dental Nurse opportunity, and more! For full details on the jobs we've included this week, click on the button below. Are you job hunting? Need a confidence boost with your CV or application? The Local Employability Partnership are launching Drop-In Job Hub Sessions starting Monday 1st June at The Hub, Albert Street. Whether you're writing a CV from scratch, perfecting an application, or preparing for an interview, the team is here to help every step of the way.  Jobs of the Week are live!
This week's features include a Seasonal Customer Services Assistant opening at NorthLink Ferries in Stromness, a vacancy for a General Youth Worker at the Westray Youth Club, an Apprenticeship opportunity with Casey Construction for any budding joiners, carpenters or brickworkers, and more! For full details on the jobs we've included this week, click on the button below. As a young or inexperienced worker, it can often be hard to give examples of why you have a certain strength or skill. Don't be afraid to write down something that sounds mundane, like planning a weekend away or joining a school committee, because it could very well be a valid example!  Jobs of the Week are live!
This week, the Scapa Distillery are looking for Hosts and Hospitality Assistants (18+) to work with them over the busy summer season, Orcades Marine are recruiting an Operations Assistant to help in the office and on-site, Lidl have a Customer Assistant vacancy, and more. For full details on the jobs we've included this week, click on the button below. We're not the only place that posts jobs! If you're not feeling any of the jobs we've curated this week, you can check out sites like orkney.com, My Job Scotland or The Orcadian for more postings.  Jobs of the Week are live!
This week, Aurora have a vacancy for a Seasonal Retail Assistant, NHS Orkney are looking for a Maintenance Assistant, Cooke Scotland have an opportunity for an entry-level Health and Safety Assistant, and more! For full details on the jobs we've included this week, click on the button below. If you're looking for a job with a certain company, but they're not actively recruiting, try sending a speculative application. Even if they don't have any paid vacancies this demonstrates that you are proactive and motivated. They may be able to offer you an internship or placement, and when a vacancy does come up within the company, they might even ask you first. For more information, have a look at this page on our website.  Jobs of the Week are live!
This week, WHB Sutherland are recruiting a Pharmacy Assistant, the Harbour Fry are looking for Cooks and Servers for the summer season, and both Anderson & Cluness and Moar & West are advertising Painting & Decorating opportunities! For full details on the jobs we've included this week, click on the button below. Your CV doesn't need to be boring or devoid of colour. As long as all of the essential information is there, a little flair can go a long way in helping you to stand out from other applicants - but keep it professional!  It's Thursday! Jobs of the Week are live.
This week, Mind-On are looking for a Retail Assistant for their shop in Kirkwall, Boots are recruiting a part-time Trainee Dispenser, the RNLI have an exciting opportunity for a Station Technician to join on a trainee basis, and more! For full details on the jobs we've included this week, click on the button below. Did you know? Graduate Apprenticeships allow you to gain a fully funded degree up to Honours or Masters level while on the job. This is a great way to kickstart your career, but be mindful that spaces are often highly competitive! To find out more, visit apprenticeships.scot.  Jobs of the Week are live!
This week, Bruce's Stores are looking for a Part-time Kitchen Assistant, NHS Orkney's Dounby Surgery have a vacancy for a Patient Service Co-ordinator, the Lynnfield Hotel are recruiting Waiting Staff, and more! For full details on the jobs we've included this week, click on the button below. When writing a personal statement, think of the job you're applying for as well as the values of the company. Let them know who you are, what you can offer to them, and your career progression goals if you do land the job. Aim to keep it 150 words at maximum.  It's Thursday - Jobs of the Week are live!
This week, Orkney Television Enterprise are looking for a Shop Worker, Orkney Islands Council are recruiting a HR Assistant, the St Ola Hotel have vacancies for Weekend Bar Staff for those aged 18 and over, and more. For full details on the jobs we've included this week, click on the button below. Having trouble thinking of what to write into a CV or personal statement? My World of Work have some great quiz-based resources to help you figure out strengths, skills and qualities you have - they will even suggest jobs or career paths based on what you enter!  Jobs of the Week are live!
This week, Twenty One are looking for Front-of-House Staff (18+ only), Glaitness Primary School have a vacancy for a keen Early Years Practitioner, and G&A Barnie Group are running a recruitment drive for Electrical Apprenticeships! For full information on the jobs we've included this week, click on the button below. Your experience doesn't need to come from a full-time, paid job. You can gain valuable transferrable skills from things like placements, internships, relief work, volunteering, clubs, sports, and hobbies.  SSERC are offering a placement opportunity to an Orkney school pupil, to be based at the Heriot-Watt University campus in Stromness during the summer holidays.
The placement is open to current S5 pupils and the successful applicant will spend two weeks during the summer working on a project. You will work independently, with support from a mentor, creating a report and poster at the end of the project. You will also be able to work towards a STEM Leader 7 Award and a Gold CREST Award.  Jobs of the Week are live!
This week, Lanes have vacancies for Bowling Assistants, Sakura Kitchen are looking for Chefs, NOV have an opportunity to join their Laboratory Technician team, and more! For full details on the jobs we've included this week, click on the button below. If you're struggling to fill out an application form, we're here to help! Check out the guide on our website here, or on My World of Work here for more information.  Pupils compete in the 'step up' challenge at the Health and Wellbeing event. An event to help senior pupils take care of their mental and physical health and wellbeing in the run up to the SQA exams was held at Kirkwall Grammar School in February.
This is the second year the school has held the Health and Wellbeing event, which was developed by the school’s Guidance Team and DYW Orkney to support senior pupils as they complete final practical assessments, prepare to sit their exams and, for some, get ready to leave school and take their next step in their career and education journey.  Pupils from Kirkwall Grammar School have been given the opportunity to gain an insight into career in medicine and also gain life-saving skills during two recent employer engagement activities.
At the end of 2025, pupils were offered the chance to take part in a Medical Insight Session which was delivered by Doctors from Heilendi Medical Practice. The session was aimed at S3 pupils who are studying two or more sciences. The aim of the session is to encourage pupils to consider applying to study medicine, and offer them support if that is a route they decide to take.  A week of activity to give pupils an insight into the variety of careers they can undertake when they leave school, took place at Stromness Academy at the start of February.
A feature of the school calendar since 2019, Careers Week supports S3 pupils as they make their subject choices for their fourth year. Throughout the week, pupils learn about some of the careers available to them in Orkney and further afield and hear about the different pathways they can take into their future job.  It’s Thursday, which means it’s time for Jobs of the Week.
This week, we include your last chance to apply for a Waste Water Treatment Modern Apprenticeship with Scottish Water, a seasonal opportunity with Northlink Ferries as a Customer Services Assistant and a trainee Butcher opportunity with Donaldsons of Orkney. For full details of all of the vacancies included this week, click on the button below. Your experience doesn't need to come from a full-time, paid job. You can gain valuable transferrable skills from things like placements, internships, relief work, volunteering, clubs, sports, and hobbies.  An event to help school pupils learn more about the courses they can study at UHI Orkney as part of their school timetable was held at the start of the year.
More than 200 third year pupils from Stromness Academy and Kirkwall Grammar School attended the UHI Orkney Taster session, which was held at the college at the start of January. The event is timed to support the subject choice period, when pupils decide which subjects to study in the next academic year.  Jobs of the Week are live!
This week, Orcadia Chartered Accountants are looking for a new Trainee Accountant, Casey Construction are recruiting Grounds Labourers, the Deerness Distillery are looking for additions to their Cafe, Shop and Tour Guide teams, and more! For full details on the jobs we've included this week, click on the button below. The Job Hub is currently being held from 10:30 to 11:30am on Tuesdays in The Hub for Learning, Skills and Work at 2 Albert Street, Kirkwall. Staff from Skills Development Scotland and the CLDE team will be on hand to help with job applications and CV writing, so why not drop in and get the support you need to take the next step in your career journey?  Jobs of the Week are live!
It's Scottish Apprenticeships Week! To mark the occasion, Scottish Water are running their yearly apprentice intake and are advertising a vacancy for Waste Water Treatment Apprenices in Orkney, and Heriot-Watt University's campus in Stromness are looking for a Digital Support Apprentice to support staff and students with digital equipment as well as lab work, field work, buildings and facilities, and administration. For full details on the jobs we've included this week, click on the button below. If you are looking for a job, but also keen to gain a qualification, an apprenticeship may be for you. Apprenticeships are a great way to get real-life industry experience alongside a recognised qualification. If you would like more information on apprenticeships, speak to a Careers Adviser or visit apprenticeships.scot.  Jobs of the Week are live!
This week, SSE are looking for someone to join their team to train as a Project Manager! Also, Sean Stanger joinery & Building are recruiting a Time-served Joiner, Clark Optometrists have a vacancy for an Optical Receptionist, Kyloe are seeking an Assistant Accountant, and more. For full details on the jobs we've included this week, click on the button below. When writing a personal statement, think of the job you're applying for as well as the values of the company. Let them know who you are, what you can offer to them, and your career progression goals if you do land the job. Aim to keep it 150 words at maximum.  Jobs of the Week are live!
This week, the Lifestyles Service are looking for a Social Care Modern Apprentice, WRC Construction are recruiting a new Joiner with training options available, the Orkney Distillery are advertising seasonal vacancies, and Xodus Group have an opportunity for a new graduate to join them as an Environmental Consultant! For full details on the jobs we've included this week, click on the button below. Remember, your skills and strengths can always be developed. Some great ways of doing this might be to join an evening class, short course or club outwith school or work. Community Learning and Development operate the Learning Link and a variety of evening short courses - check out this link for more information.  Jobs of the Week are live!
This week, both Robertson Facilities Management and Cooke Scotland have vacancies for Apprentice Engineers! Also, Lows Orkney are looking for an Administrative Assistant and a Finance Assistant, and the Lynnfield Hotel have an opportunity for a Receptionist to join their team full-time. For full details on the jobs we've included this week, click on the button below. There are a great variety of apprenticeships you can undertake across many different industries - they're not just for the trades! Some different areas you can apprentice in include social services, IT, life sciences, business and administration, and many more. Check out apprenticeships.scot for more information.  Jobs of the Week are live!
This week, Clyde Munro Dental Group have an exciting opportunity for a Dental Nurse to work across their three practices at Kirkwall, Stromness and Daisybank with a trainee option available! Also, WRC Construction are recruiting a time-served Mason, EMEC are looking for an Administrative Officer to provide maternity cover, and more. For full details on the jobs we've included this week, click on the button below. As a young or inexperienced worker, it can often be hard to give examples of why you have a certain strength or skill. Don't be afraid to write down something that sounds mundane, like planning a weekend away or joining a school committee, because it could very well be a valid example!  Jobs of the Week are live!
This week, The Pickaquoy Centre are looking for an Activity Leader to deliver an activity programme to primary school-age children over the Spring and Summer breaks, a perfect opportunity for those with interests in Early Years and Sports and Leisure! Also featured is a customer support opportunity with Kyloe, summer-season vacancies at the Merkister Hotel, and more. For full details of the jobs we've included this week, click on the button below. Did you know? Graduate Apprenticeships allow you to gain a fully funded degree up to Honours or Masters level while on the job. This is a great way to kickstart your career, but be mindful that spaces are often highly competitive! To find out more, visit apprenticeships.scot. |
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