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.

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.

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.

Jobs of the Week are live!

This week, Northvet have an opening for a full-time Office Administrator at their Kirkwall practice, Scottish Sea Farms are recruiting a Yard Operative, and Smiddybrae House has an exciting opportunity to undertake a Modern Apprenticeship in Social Care at their facility in Dounby.

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!

​The Orkney Youth Forum are holding their Annual General Meeting (AGM) next week and anyone interested in joining, or who wishes to learn more about the work of the youth forum, is welcome to come along.

Pupils at Stromness Academy have recently completed a course which gives them an insight into early childhood development, helping them to gain the skills and knowledge they will need in their future career.
 
The Solihull Approach for Young People – Understanding Yourself and Parenting was delivered to pupils by staff from the OIC’s Early Years Team in December.  The course was delivered as an intensive two-day course, with pupils coming out of the school environment to help them get the most out of the course.
 
Nine pupils from Stromness Academy attended the course, all of whom are interested in working with babies and young children.  The course gives an insight into early child development and looks at how babies and teenagers’ brains develop and how relationships are built between child and adult.
 
As part of the course, pupils also got to meet a mum and their toddler, giving them a chance to hear first-hand about pregnancy and early childhood development and put into practice some of the skills they have learnt.
 
The Solihull course has been run in local school since 2022, and has been really beneficial in helping pupils progress into a career as an Early Years Practitioner, Primary Teacher or Midwife.
 
A huge thank you to the Early Years Team who delivered the course.

Welcome to our first Jobs of the Week of 2026!

This week, Virgin Money are looking for a Customer Consultant, the Pickaquoy Centre are recruiting Lifeguards with qualification opportunities available, Cooke Scotland have a vacancy for a Health and Safety Administrator, and more!

For full details on the jobs we've included this week, click on the button below.

After sending in your application to an open position, you will often be asked to complete an interview with the employer. This is a great opportunity, not just for the employer to learn more about you as a person, but for you to ask any questions you may have about what it's like to work for their company. Visit our handy guide for more tips, and to learn what to do and what not to do during a job interview.

Interested in a career in hairdressing?  The Fast Track to Hairdressing course may be the perfect place to start.
 
Orkney Islands Council’s employability team and UHI Orkney have teamed up to deliver a five-week course which helps you to develop the entry-level hairdressing skills needed by employers.
 
The course:

• Is free for eligible individuals (see below for eligibility criteria).
• Timed to fit in with the school day.
• Includes practical sessions at UHI Orkney.
• Includes help setting up work experience and writing a CV.

 
The course is targeted towards parents who have lower household incomes.  To be eligible to participate in this course you must be within one of the following family groups:

• a young parent (aged under 25 years);
• a parent with more than three children;
• a parent with a child aged under one;
• a minority ethnic parent or,
• be parents who have a disability or a child with a disability.

 
Individuals who are unemployed are also eligible to apply.
 
The programme will run from Tuesday 24 February to Friday 27 March 2026, with classes taking place on Tuesdays, 10am-2.30pm and Fridays, 10am-2pm.

You can read more about the course via the button below.
 
To register your interest speak to a Careers Adviser, your Job Coach or Support Worker, or contact the council’s Employability Team at [email protected]

Jobs of the Week are live, for the final time in 2025!

This week, the Orcadian Bookshop have a vacancy for a Retail Assistant, Twenty One are looking for a Cleaner, and Old Library Coworking are looking for Festive Bar Staff to work some events over the holiday season!

For full details on the jobs we've included this week, click on the button below.

This will be the last time we put together Jobs of the Week in 2025. We'll be returning in January with more jobs – see you then! 

Jobs of the Week are live!

This week, Orkney Islands Council are recruiting Social Care Assistants at St Rognvald's House, Tesco are looking for Night Shift workers, and Voluntary Action Orkney are looking for a Community Development Co-ordinator to help develop relationships between organisations in the charity sector across Orkney!

For full details on the jobs we've included this week, click on the button below.

Researching the employer in the lead-up to an interview is a key method of showing your interest in the job. This can often be difficult, so if you're having trouble, why not have a look at this guide?

Jobs of the Week are live!

This week, OTE in Kirkwall are looking for a Shop Worker, Cooke Scotland are recruiting a Technical Support Coordinator with lots of travel and training opportunities, Macfoys Brewery are recruiting Bar Staff (18+ only) ahead of their opening in Hatston next month, and more!

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!

An apprenticeship event was held at Kirkwall Grammar School earlier this month as part of Scottish Careers Week.
 
A Scotland-wide campaign which highlights the breadth of industries, career paths and opportunities across Scotland, Scottish Careers Week is a chance to show how careers support is available when it’s needed, supporting individuals and helping employers to build the skilled, resilient workforce they need.