Local school pupils have been given an insight into careers in social care thanks to a partnership initiative between Developing the Young Workforce (DYW) Orkney and St Rognvald’s House in Kirkwall.
 
Throughout the past academic year, pupils from Kirkwall Grammar School have been developing and delivering a range of activities to residents of St Rognvald’s House, giving pupils an opportunity to engage with residents and learn more about some of the roles available in social care.

Are you someone who is compassionate, enjoys working with people and looking for a career that helps other live their lives to the full?  If so, you may be interested in a new online course which has been developed to help people learn more about careers in Social Care.

'Introduction to a Career in Social Care' is a free six week, part-time, online course being offered by Orkney College UHI.  You will be fully supported by a tutor and will need to commit up to ten hours a week to the course.

It is ideal for anyone aged 16 years and over and, as the course is part-time, you can fit it round your life and existing commitments.

Career opportunities in social care are many and varied, with a variety of services meeting the needs of children, young people and adults of all ages who need support.

The first intake for the course starts on Monday 7 March 2020.  For more information about the course, see the leaflet below or click here to apply.  You can also contact Derek Aiken, Curriculum Lead for Health, Social Care and Education, on (01856) 569 000 or by emailing [email protected]