Jobs of the Week are live for this Thursday!

Today's features include an opening at Orkney Islands Council for an IT Technician, Front of House vacancies at Archive Coffee, Twenty One and the Picky Centre, a brilliant opportunity for a Traineeship at Soulisquoy Printmakers, and more.

For more information on the jobs we've featured 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 a 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!

Today we've been able to feature a few jobs with the opportunity to gain a work-based qualification. These include a vacancy with Orkney Health and Care for a Lifestyles Assistant, an opening with SSE to train as a Project Manager over two years, and an opportunity at the Picky Centre to become a fully-qualified Lifeguard, closing next week with training set to begin in October.

For more details on all 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 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 for this Thursday!

This week we've gathered a good variety of jobs to feature, including part-time retail openings at Aurora in Kirkwall and Argo's Bakery in Stromness, Admin-related positions at Streamline for an Administration Assistant and OIC for a Community Council Liaison Assistant, a vacancy at NOV for a Laboratory Technician which could suit a school leaver interested in science, and more.

For more details on the vacancies we've featured 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 a lot of time using a home computer - employers often look for computer literacy in potential candidates (even in industries you might not expect!), and they'll often tell you this in the person specification.

Jobs of the Week are live!

This week we have some interesting opportunities to feature: the Burray Boatyard is looking for a Trainee or Assistant Engineer, UHI Orkney have a maternity cover opening for a Marketing and Communications Assistant to handle their social media presence, Rendall's Bakery are advertising for a Bakery Production Assistant with the opportunity to gain an SVQ, and more!

For more details of the vacancies we've included this week, click on the button below.

The Job Hub is held from 10am-12pm on Thursdays in The Hub for Learning, Skills and Work at 2 Albert Street, Kirkwall. Staff are on hand to help with job searching, applications and preparation for interviews, so why not come past and get the support you need to take the next step in your career journey?

Jobs of the Week is back! We hope you enjoyed the shows last week.

This week's featured vacancies include an opening at Orkney Factors for a Partsperson, an opportunity at Superdrug for a Sales Advisor in the Cosmetics department, positions at the Harbour Fry for Cooks and Serving Staff, and more!

For full details of the vacancies 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 is Thursday, which can only mean one thing; it is time for Jobs of the Week.

This week we have your last chance to apply for a General Assistant post with The Pier Arts Centre, a part-time Finance Assistant role with Voluntary Action Orkney, and a Receptionist/Administrative Assistant post with D and H Law.  The closing date for all posts is within the next few days.

We also have part-time opportunities with Archive Coffee and the Isbister’s shop in Quoyloo, as well as a Graduate opportunity with NOV in Flotta.

For full details of all the vacancies, including how and where to apply, click on the button below.

If you need to work on your CV to get it ready for applying for a job, did you know that My World of Work has a CV Builder which will help you create a standout CV.  Check it out here.

Jobs of the Week are live!

This week we've featured a few jobs that may suit people interested in leisure and the arts, including an opening at the Scapa Flow Museum in Lyness for a Visitor Services Assistant, a casual Cinema Projectionist vacancy at the Picky Centre, and a position at the Pier Arts Centre for a General Assistant. NHS Orkney also have an opening in Medical Records, which is a role we've featured in our Sector Spotlight here!

To view all of the vacancies 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!

Today's featured vacancies include an Administrative position at d & h Law, Finance Assistant at Voluntary Action Orkney, Customer Team Member at the Co-op in Kirkwall, Showroom Counter Assistant at Macgregor Industrial Supplies, and more!

For more 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's features include a variety of Construction apprenticeship opportunities with Orkney Builders and R Clouston Ltd, a seasonal position on the bar at Helgi's, a part-time Front of House vacancy at Twenty One, and more!

For more details on the vacancies 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 for this Thursday!

This week we've found a good number of modern apprenticeship/SVQ opportunities in different sectors! These include Engineering at Cooke Aquaculture, Plumbing with Alan C Stevenson Ltd., Bakery Production at Rendall's Bakery, and more.

For more details on the vacancies 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.

Happy Thursday! Jobs of the Week are live.

This week's features include an opportunity with G&A Barnie for an Apprentice Electrician, a full-time Kitchen Porter or Dishwashing opening at the Sands Hotel, a vacancy with Scottish Autism with training provided, and more.

For more 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.

It's time for another Jobs of the Week!

This week's features include a number of trainee opportunities with OIC to become an Early Years Practitioner, an opening at Solveig for a self-employed Hairdresser, part-time openings at the Fernvalley Tearoom in Evie and ASDA in Dounby, and more.

For more details on the vacancies 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 list a great number of courses here, which you can register to from the age of 14!

Jobs of the Week are live for this Thursday!

This week we have a few apprenticeship openings from Alfred Flett Ltd. and Anderson & Cluness Ltd., a seasonal opportunity at Begg Shoes offering a great benefits package, a position at Right There for a Support Worker, and more!

For more details on the vacancies 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 the guide on My World of Work?

Jobs of the Week are live!

This week's features include a variety of openings at Tesco, a seasonal vacancy for a Grass Cutter with Michael Brass Contractor, opportunities to join Orkney Islands Council as a HR Adviser or Registrar, and more.

For more details on the vacancies we've included this week, click on the button below.

When talking about your experience in a job interview, use the STAR approach: Situation - what were you dealing with?; Task - what had to be done?; Action - what did you do?; Result - what was the outcome of your action? For more information on the STAR method, have a look at this article from the National Careers Service.

Jobs of the Week are live for this Thursday.

This week we've featured a pair of seasonal vacancies from the Kirkwall Hotel and Baikie's Stores, an opening for a fresh HND or higher graduate to join EMEC as an Environments & Consents Officer, an opportunity with the Orkney & Shetland Joint Values Board to study on block release with Edinburgh Napier as a Graduate Apprentice Valuer, and more.

For full details of the vacancies we've included his 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.

We've made it to Thursday! Jobs of the Week are live.

This week we've featured a number of interesting vacancies, including an opening with Anderson Strathern at their Kirkwall office for a Legal PA, a seasonal opportunity for a Gallery Assistant at the Pier Arts Centre, vacancies at Busters Diner for new staff to suit a variety of shift requirements, and more!

For full details on the vacancies 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.

It's that time of the week again!

This week we have a number of great opportunities from different employers, including a Husbandry role with Scottish Sea Farms, Activities Facilitator at Hamnavoe House, and an opening at the Orkney Library for a Library and Archive Assistant. We've also featured a trainee role with Orcadia Chartered Accountants for anyone interested in a career in Accounting, and a potential Graduate Apprenticeship opportunity for an Executive Assistant at NHS Orkney.

For full details on the vacancies 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.

Happy Thursday! Here are your Jobs of the Week.

This week we've been able to feature a number of appreniceships from different employers: Adam's Place in Stromness is looking for a Trainee Chef, Alfred Flett are advertising for an Apprentice Workshop Joiner, and Heddle Construction are seeking someone to take on a Graduate Apprenticeship of their choice to suit the job role of Trainee Manager!

For more details on the vacancies 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.

Another Thursday, another Jobs of the Week!

This week's features include summer openings at the Albert Hotel and Kenny Foulis Gardening Services, part-time vacancies at Tesco, Argo's Bakery and Peacocks, a great opportunity at Kyloe for an Accountant, and more.

For full details of the vacanies 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's features include vacancies at Orklean for a Cleaner and Orkney Shellfish for a Pond Worker (driving licence essential for both), an opening for a Sales Assistant at Judith Glue, and the opportunity we've previously featured from MLM Engineering for an Apprentice Agricultural Technician, which will be closing soon.

For full details of the vacancies we've inlcuded 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.

No spring break for the wicked - Jobs of the Week are live!

This week's vacancies include a Support for Learning Assistant position at Papdale Primary School, an Administrative Assistant opening at Orkney Health and Care, an opportunity at the Sands Hotel for a Chef or Cook, and more.

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

Sometimes, an employer may ask for a personal statement. These can be quite daunting to write from scratch, so if you need tips, help or pointers, have a look at the guide on My World of Work.

Happy Thursday! Jobs of the Week are live.

This week we've had plenty of summer seasonal and training opportunities come up. Argo's Bakery are still looking for an Apprentice Baker to join their team, and MLM Engineering have just posted a vacancy for an Apprentice Agricultural Technician, which is a great opportunity for anyone looking to get into engineering. Orkney Ferries have also opened six positions for Summer Stewards on their outer North Isles service, so if you're 16+ and interested in a career on the sea, make sure to get your applications in.

For full details of the vacancies 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!

It's that time already - Jobs of the Week are live for this Thursday.

This week we've got Hospitality vacancies from all over, plus a great opportunity from Kyloe to join their team of Software Developers, and an opening in the NHS Emergency Department team for a Senior Healthcare Support Worker, suitable for anyone who holds or is working towards achieving an SVQ 3 in Health and Social Care.

For more details and to view the rest of the vacancies 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 here for more tips, and to know what to do and what not to do during a job interview.

It's Thursday, and Jobs of the Week are now live.

Today we're featuring a fair variety of openings, including an apprenticeship opportunity with Pipedream Plumbing; vacancies with the Orkney Brewery for Waiting/Bar Staff, Cleaners and Trainee Chefs; part-time sales openings at Bruce's Stores and Orkney Office Supplies; and a posting at EMEC for a Project Engineer, suitable for a university leaver with placement experience.

For more information on the vacancies we've included this week, click on the button below.

The Job Hub is held from 10am-12pm on Thursdays in The Hub for Learning, Skills and Work at 2 Albert Street, Kirkwall. Staff are on hand to help with job searching, applications and preparation for interviews, so why not come past and get the support you need to take the next step in your career journey?

It's Thursday again, which only means one thing!

This week we've got a good mix of features, which includes vacancies for a Home Delivery Driver at the Co-op, a Brewery Assistant at Swannay Brewery, a Wellbeing Worker at Right There, an opening for a year's maternity cover as a Ward Clerk in the Balfour's Emergency Department - and more.

To view full details about the vacancies 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 a lot of time using a home computer - employers often look for computer literacy in potential candidates (even in industries you might not expect!), and they'll often tell you this in the person specification.