 Jobs of the Week for this week are now live.
This week there are several opportunities that would suit someone who is looking for a job that provides on-the-job training and offers opportunities for development. There are apprenticeship opportunities with the Orkney Health and Social Care Partnership, R Clouston Ltd. and Sean Stanger Joinery and Building. There are also two Trainee Dental Nurse opportunities, one with NHS Orkney and the other with Orkney Dental. For full details of all of the vacancies 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.  A grant to help residents of St Andrews and Deerness in Orkney with further and higher education costs is now open.
The St Andrews and Deerness Community Council Ayrenergy Education Grant provides assistance to students with undertaking further education. Individuals can apply for a maximum grant of £500 which can be used towards course fees, books, accommodation, transport, electronic equipment and laptop or any other course related fees. You are eligible to apply if you are:
Applications for the 2026/27 academic year close on Sunday 23 August 2026. For further information and an application form, visit: St Andrews & Deerness Community Council | EDUCATION GRANT  It’s Thursday, which means it’s time for Jobs of the Week!
This week, we include your last chance to apply for a Finance and Administration Assistant post with the Pickaquoy Centre, and a Trainee Bookkeeper post with Scholes Chartered Accountants. There is also a seasonal opportunity with Argo’s Bakery as a Dispatch Worker, which would suit a school pupil or student on their summer holidays, and opportunities with Orkney Islands Council for Early Years Practitioner in Training. 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.  Jobs of the Week are live!
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. |
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