 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!  Jobs of the Week are live!
This week's features include an Early Years Practitioner vacancy at the Stromness Nursery, an opening at Citizens Advice Bureau for a Finance and Admin Assistant, an opportunity at The Kirk Cafe for those interested in cooking to train as a Chef, and more! For full details on the jobs we've included this week, click on the button below. Relief, temporary, seasonal and part-time jobs are a brilliant way of gaining experience and refining your skills, which can be put to use in jobs you work all through your life.  Jobs of the Week are live!
This week's features include a part-time vacancy for a Framing Assistant at Orkney Photographic, festive openings at Tesco, a Business Support/Bookkeeping opportunity at CRC, 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, Argo's Bakery are looking for a Bakery Worker at their shop on Cairston Road, the Kirkwall Sheriff Court has a vacancy for a part-time Court Officer, Sean Stanger Joinery and Building are recruiting time-served Joiners, and more! For full details 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.  Jobs of the Week are live!
This week Stagecoach are recruiting trainee bus drivers, NHS Orkney are looking for a Dental Receptionist, the Royal Mail have an open application for Postpeople with Driving, and more! For full details on the jobs we've included this week, click on the button below. Asking questions at the end of a job interview is a great way to make yourself stand out from other applicants, and interviewers will often expect them. If you're having trouble thinking of questions to ask, you can research the company online, or have a look at this blog post for ideas.  Jobs of the Week are live!
This week, Argo's Bakery are looking for After School and Weekend Workers at their shop in Stromness, the Albert Hotel are recruiting for their Reception & Guest Services team, and Cooke Scotland are looking for a Net Washer. For full details on these and the rest of the jobs we've included this week, click on the button below. Your CV can be tailored to the job you're applying to. Read carefully through any documents the employer may have provided on the job listing, and make any improvements to your CV as you see fit. However, don't be tempted to lie! You're likely to be caught out, especially at the interview stage.  Jobs of the Week are live!
This week's features include seasonal vacancies at Tesco, a Receptionist vacancy at W R Tullock, and an opportunity to join the Pickaquoy Centre as a Lifeguard. For full details on the jobs we'veincluded 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's features include an opening at Orkney Health and Care for an Assistant at the Lifestyles Centre and St Colms, a vacancy for a Kitchen Assistant at Papdale Primary School, opportunities at Lidl for Customer Assistants, and more! There's also an opening at Heriot-Watt University's campus in Stromness for a Technician & Facilities Co-ordinator. For full information 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.  Jobs of the Week are live!
This week the Evie Primary School are advertising a Support for Learning Assistant vacancy, Judith Glue are looking for Cafe Assistants, Isbister Bros. have an opening for a Shop and Post Office worker, 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's features include an opportunity at SSE to undertake an apprenticeship and train as a Site Construction Manager, a vacancy with J Croy Flooring for a Labourer, and an opening at OHAL for a Customer Services Assistant! Cooke Scotland are also looking for Processors at their factory in Hatston. 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 Orkney Library and Archive are looking for a Mobile Library Driver, Skerryvore Practice are seeking a Medical Secretary for 12-month maternity cover, Highlands and Islands Airports are recruiting for an Air Traffic Services Operational Assistant, and more! For more 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.  Jobs of the Week are live!
This week's features include part-time vacancies at the Barrier View Cafe, the Linen Cupboard, J & S Allan and the Lynnfield Hotel, and more! For full details on these and the rest of the jobs we've included this week, click on the button below. Asking questions at the end of a job interview is a great way to make yourself stand out from other applicants, and interviewers will often expect them. If you're having trouble thinking of questions to ask, you can research the company online, or have a look at this blog post for ideas.  Jobs of the Week are live!
This week we've got a double feature of Apprenticeships! Highland Fuels are looking for an Apprentice Terminal Operator at Scapa, and E Flett Butcher in Stromness are looking for an Apprentice Butcher. Also, The Ferry Inn & Royal Hotel, The Foveran and The Storehouse are all recruiting for a variety of Hospitality roles. For full details 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.  Jobs of the Week are live!
Today we're showcasing an exciting traineeship at The Orcadian for any budding news reporters, an opening at Voluntary Action Orkney for an Administrator, vacancies at the Lynnfield Hotel for table staff, and more! 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's features include a Leisure Assistant post at the Stromness Swimming Pool, vacancies at the Co-op in Kirkwall, an opening at J & W Tait for a Storeperson, and more. Also, if you missed the dental nursing traineeships we featured last week, NHS Orkney are now recruiting two more! 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.  Jobs of the Week are live! We hope everyone is enjoying show week so far.
This week's features include an opening at the Dounby Surgery for a Dispensary Assistant, a vacancy at Kirkwall Airport for an Administration Officer, and an exciting opportunity to join Orkney Dental as a Trainee Dental Nurse - but be quick, because it closes tomorrow! 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, Orkney Islands Council's Telecare team are looking for an Administrator, Enable are recruiting Personal Assistants, and Sakura Kitchen have vacancies for Kitchen Staff! 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's features include an opening at Argo's in Stromness for a Bakery Worker, an opportunity to join Cooke Scotland's Engineering team as a Parts Person/Admin Support, a vacancy at Wellpark Garden Centre for a Sales Assistant, 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!  Jobs of the Week are live!
This week we're showcasing an opportunity with OIC Early Years to join the team as an Early Years Practitioner In Training, an opening at Begg for a Sales Adviser, a job-share vacancy at the Holm Shop and Post Office, and more! For more 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 we've got some exciting Apprenticeship opportunities! Orkney Ferries have started their summer recruitment campaign and are looking for Apprentice Deckhands and Stewards, Donaldsons of Orkney are looking for Butchery Apprentices, and the Pickaquoy Centre are recruiting a Swimming Instructor with the possibility of undertaking a swimming instructor's qualification as part of the job. 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 we're featuring an opening at the Royal Mail for a Postperson With Driving, vacancies at R Clouston Ltd and Orkney Marine Oil for Administrators, an opportunity to work as a Warden at the Port of Ness Campsite, and more! For more 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's features include various factory and office opportunities at Orkney Crab, vacancies for Cloakroom Attendants at Rapture for age 16+, an opening at Cooke Scotland for a Business Support Assistant, and more! For more information 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 we've included an opportunity with OIC Marine Services for an Apprentice Engineer, a vacancy at Emily's Tearoom in Hoy for a Kitchen Assistant, an opening at R Clouston Ltd for an Administrator, and more! For full details on the jobs we've featured this week, click on the button below. Your CV can be tailored to the job you're applying to. Read carefully through any documents the employer may have provided on the job listing, and make any improvements to your CV as you see fit. However, don't be tempted to lie! You're likely to be caught out, especially at the interview stage. |
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