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Support Worker: Electrical/Computer Maintenance & Repair with COPE- Support Worker: Electrical/Computer Maintenance & Repair Part Time – 21 hours per week Wednesday, Thursday & Friday 9.00am to 4.00pm £10.00 per hour For full…
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Various vacancies at Shetland Islands Council- We have a number of vacancies for various hours at locations throughout Shetland. Jobs on offer this week include… • Teacher of Early Learning &…
Friday, October 30th, 2020
Hand knitters with experience wanted for small company.- Hand knitters with experience wanted for small company. • I need a variation of jumpers, scarves, hats. • Work from home. • Wool supplied. •…
Friday, October 30th, 2020
Tender for Provision of Group Training Officer Services with SCTG- Tender for Provision of Group Training Officer Services The Shetland Construction Training Group is seeking interest from suitably experienced individual/s or organisations who can undertake…
Friday, October 30th, 2020
Engineer with EMN Plant- We’re hiring! EMN Plant Ltd is a plant hire, contracting, haulage, quarry and recycling business with its main base at Sella Ness, Graven. An exciting…
Friday, October 30th, 2020
Experienced Site Worker for Frank L. Johnston (Shetland) Ltd- Frank L. Johnston (Shetland) Ltd requires Experienced site worker Preferably with: – C.S.C.s or NPORS Card – Driving licence – D.O.M.S. & Water Hygiene card….
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Full-time and relief ground security barrier operative – Sumburgh Airport- Can you work well as part of a team? Are you passionate about making your workplace a safe yet enjoyable place to visit? Then we…
Friday, October 30th, 2020
Female ground security operative – Sumburgh Airport- Salary £23,635- £24,176 (includes SIA) Can you work well as part of a team offering a warm welcome to our passengers and providing them with…
Friday, October 30th, 2020
Youth Workers - Yell Youth Club - SIC04544- Advertisement Details
The Youth Worker’s role is to contribute to the delivery of youth work opportunities in a variety of settings, including youth clubs and in collaboration with schools and other agencies...
Thursday, October 29th, 2020
Education Support Officer - Early Learning & Childcare - Hayfield House - SIC04538- Advertisement Details
This is an exciting opportunity to become part of the ELC central team. The post holder will work closely with settings to improve the quality of provision in ELC and early primary in line with national...
Thursday, October 29th, 2020
Teacher of Support for Learning - Anderson High School - SIC04527- Advertisement Details
Anderson High School is a six year school, serving Lerwick and the surrounding areas, with our associated primary schools of Bells Brae, Hamnavoe, Nesting, Scalloway, Sound, Tingwall and Whiteness...
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Engineer at HNP Engineers (Lerwick) Ltd- Experienced engineer required, knowledge in a marine background would be an advantage but is not essential. A full driving licence is required. For further details…
Friday, October 23rd, 2020
RMG Christmas Delivery Drivers - Lerwick, Shetland- Van Drivers required for Christmas Peak We are offering great rates for van drivers that will be committed to working with us and our client Royal Mail at their peak time. Currently recruiting for van drivers to work...
Thursday, October 22nd, 2020
Foster Carer- We are looking for new foster carers to join our team. You don’t need to be an expert and we provide excellent training and support the whole way. Are you passionate about making a difference to a young person’s...
Wednesday, October 21st, 2020
Nautical Lecturer- We are seeking a suitably qualified person to join our team of lecturers to plan, deliver and assess nautical training at all levels up to HNC and HND courses in Nautical Science. This will include delivering both theoretical and...
Monday, October 19th, 2020
Education Consultant- The Spark Partner Role We are seeking experienced headteachers/senior education leaders with a passion for developing school leaders and an entrepreneurial mindset to help build our coaching and leadership practice in Scotland...
Thursday, October 08th, 2020 -
Chief Nurse (Acute & Specialist Services)- Chief Nurse (Acute & Specialist Services) (Ref: 31086) Band 8B Substantive, Full Time â 37.5 hours per week Salary Range £ 59,539 - £64,095 per annum ...
Friday, September 18th, 2020
MSP welcomes move to provide hot school meals
Thursday, October 29th, 2020 ‑ Copyright of publisher www.shetlandtimes.co.ukRhoda Grant has welcomed moves by Shetland Islands Council to return all schools to a hot meal service. MSP welcomes move to provide hot school meals
Move to level one welcomed – but ongoing household ban ‘extremely disappointing’, says SIC leader Coutts
Thursday, October 29th, 2020 ‑ Copyright of publisher www.shetlandtimes.co.ukThe SIC’s political leader has welcomed the new strategic framework – but criticised the ongoing ban on household as visits as “extremely disappointing”. Move to level one welcomed – but ongoing household ban ‘extremely disappointing’, says SIC leader Coutts
Place Name of the Week - Njuggls and Shöpilties
Thursday, October 29th, 2020 ‑ Copyright of publisher www.shetlandamenity.orgThe njuggl is a water spirit similar to the kelpie, which frequents burns and lochs. It disguises itself as a horse and, by feigning tameness and affection, lures unsuspecting weary travellers onto its back and then gallops at lightning speed towards the nearest water.
Household visits continue to be banned as Shetland is placed in Tier one
Thursday, October 29th, 2020 ‑ Copyright of publisher www.shetnews.co.ukShetland, along with Orkney, Highland, the Western Isles and Moray will be placed in Tier one from Monday as part of the new Covid-19 restrictions, with household visits continue to be banned for a short period Nicola Sturgeon confirmed the new restriction levels during first minister’s question time in the Scottish parliament at Thursday lunchtime. […]
Hot meals back on the menu at local schools
Thursday, October 29th, 2020 ‑ Copyright of publisher www.shetnews.co.ukA HIGHLANDS and Islands MSP has welcomed news that schools is Shetland will return to serving cooked lunches. Labour MSP Rhoda Grant said council leaders had told her that smaller schools in the islands had recently returned to cooked meals and that all schools were expected to be following suit. In line with many schools […]
Child sexual exploitation a hidden crime, public protection officer says
Thursday, October 29th, 2020 ‑ Copyright of publisher www.shetnews.co.ukTHE LEAD officer of Shetland’s public protection committee says the organisation is only seeing the “tip of the iceberg” when it comes to instances of child sexual exploitation in Shetland. Kate Gabb said it is “absolutely” a hidden issue – but that is the case across the country, not just locally. It comes after a […]
Offshore wind farm to east of isles remains a possibility
Wednesday, October 28th, 2020 ‑ Copyright of publisher www.shetnews.co.ukPOTENTIAL wind turbines located in the sea to the east of Shetland remains on the table after it was included in the Scottish Government’s final marine plan for offshore wind. The plan was published today (Wednesday) alongside an offshore wind policy statement in which the government says it believes as much as 11GW of offshore […]
Electric trikes for people receiving care prove popular
Wednesday, October 28th, 2020 ‑ Copyright of publisher www.shetnews.co.ukSEVEN electric trikes used by people receiving care services in Shetland have proved popular this summer. Shetland Islands Council secured external funding of £70,000 from the Energy Savings Trust, with the support of Cycling UK, to purchase trikes of various designs to be used by anyone with limited mobility or in a wheelchair, as well […]
Free bus fares for under 19s a ‘good start’ but more could benefit, says councillor
Wednesday, October 28th, 2020 ‑ Copyright of publisher www.shetnews.co.ukFREE bus travel in Scotland for under 19s would be a “good start” – but there are many more people who could benefit from free public transport, according to the chairman of Shetland Islands Council’s environment and transport committee. Councillor Ryan Thomson was commenting after the Scottish Government put plans for free bus travel for […]
Please slow down!
Wednesday, October 28th, 2020 ‑ Copyright of publisher www.shetnews.co.ukJust a quick heads-up to implore folk when they are driving out and about on the single track roads to keep a look out for horse riders and to SLOW DOWN, stop in a passing place and patiently wait for the horse/rider to go past safely and at their own speed. It is perilous out […]
Another Covid case confirmed
Wednesday, October 28th, 2020 ‑ Copyright of publisher www.shetnews.co.ukONE new case of coronavirus has been confirmed in Shetland, bringing the total cumulative tally to 67. A spokesperson for NHS Shetland said the person is from Shetland but they picked it up through travel. All contacts have been traced. Meanwhile across Scotland a further 28 people who tested positive for Covid-19 have died in […]
Coronavirus cases rise to 67
Wednesday, October 28th, 2020 ‑ Copyright of publisher www.shetlandtimes.co.ukShetland recorded one new case of Covid-19 on Wednesday. The case brings the isles tally to 67, according to Scottish government statistics. First Minister Nicola... Coronavirus cases rise to 67
Man sentenced to 80 days after struggle
Wednesday, October 28th, 2020 ‑ Copyright of publisher www.shetlandtimes.co.ukA man has been sentenced to 80 days in prison after he admitted struggling with an unwanted visitor to his home. Marcin Olejniczak, 42, of... Man sentenced to 80 days after struggle
Changes to waste collections in South Mainland and Tingwall
Wednesday, October 28th, 2020 ‑ Copyright of publisher www.shetlandtimes.co.ukShetland Islands Council has made changes to collection days for household waste and recycling in parts of the South Mainland and Tingwall. The changes come... Changes to waste collections in South Mainland and Tingwall
Changes to waste collection in parts of South Mainland and Tingwall
Wednesday, October 28th, 2020 ‑ Copyright of publisher www.shetnews.co.ukSHETLAND Islands Council has made changes to the collection days for household waste and recycling in parts of the South Mainland and Tingwall which are due to come into force from Monday (2 November). The changes have been made to accommodate increased collection loads and changes to staffing arrangements as a result of ongoing Covid-19 […]
Housing service relocates to North Ness
Wednesday, October 28th, 2020 ‑ Copyright of publisher www.shetlandtimes.co.ukThe SIC’s housing service is relocating to 8 North Ness. The move coincides with the reopening of the reception at the ‘White House’ on Monday... Housing service relocates to North Ness
Man given 80 days in prison
Wednesday, October 28th, 2020 ‑ Copyright of publisher www.shetnews.co.ukA STRUGGLE with an unwelcome visitor at his home has led to a man from Lerwick being given an 80-day prison sentence. Marcin Olejniczak, of Hill Grind, previously admitted at Lerwick Sheriff Court to struggling with the man on 18 April. At court on Wednesday, Sheriff Ian Cruickshank took into account the 42-year-old’s previous record […]
Public inquiry needed
Wednesday, October 28th, 2020 ‑ Copyright of publisher www.shetnews.co.ukI think a public inquiry needs to be held into the SIC’s desperately poor handling of the Viking Energy wind farm with serious questions to be answered, not least why they have continued to support a project which has so much objection. It states: “The only justification required for a public enquiry is the existence […]
Top tourism accolade for Emma
Wednesday, October 28th, 2020 ‑ Copyright of publisher www.shetnews.co.ukCHAIRPERSON of Shetland Tourism Association Emma Miller has been named as one of Scotland’s top 100 women working in the sector. The annual awards list, launched in 2018, celebrates the contribution women make to the success of hotels, destination organisations, tour operators, marketing agencies and visitor attractions. Miller has been the public face of Shetland’s […]
Coutts seeks clarity on Covid-19 measures to keep community on board
Wednesday, October 28th, 2020 ‑ Copyright of publisher www.shetnews.co.ukCOUNCIL leaders in Shetland are hoping for meaningful discussions with Scottish Government ministers later today (Wednesday) about how the new tiered system of coronavirus restrictions would work in the isles. The expectation is that Shetland, along with the other Scottish island authorities as well as Highland an Moray would be placed in tier one after […]
Tourism chief recognised for dedication to isles
Wednesday, October 28th, 2020 ‑ Copyright of publisher www.shetlandtimes.co.ukShetland Tourism Association chairwoman Emma Miller has been selected for a 2020 Top 100 Women in Tourism award. The association said the award had been... Tourism chief recognised for dedication to isles
Spooky garden display raises money for charity
Wednesday, October 28th, 2020 ‑ Copyright of publisher www.shetlandtimes.co.ukA Dunrossness family is raising money for Ability Shetland with a Hallowe’en house of horrors. Krista and Colin Tulloch have put on a spooky light... Spooky garden display raises money for charity
Petition demanding compensation from Viking Energy handed in to developer
Tuesday, October 27th, 2020 ‑ Copyright of publisher www.shetnews.co.ukA PETITION asking for compensation payments to be made to those most affected by the construction of the Viking Energy wind farm has been sent to the developer. Protest group Save Shetland said on Tuesday it had collected more than 700 signatures during the last few weeks. Construction of the hugely controversial 103-turbine wind farm […]
Hot meals to reappear on school menus
Tuesday, October 27th, 2020 ‑ Copyright of publisher www.shetlandtimes.co.ukHot meals will soon be back on the menu across the council's schools and nursery settings. Hot meals to reappear on school menus
Sturgeon confirms government hopes to place isles in ‘level one’ of Covid restrictions
Tuesday, October 27th, 2020 ‑ Copyright of publisher www.shetnews.co.ukFIRST minister Nicola Sturgeon has confirmed that the Scottish Government hopes to place Shetland in level one of a new tiered system of coronavirus restrictions. Speaking in the Scottish Parliament on Tuesday afternoon, she however said that current advice recommends that this should come with a temporary continuation of the ban on people visiting each […]
Shetland set for ‘level one’ restrictions – but ban on household visits to continue
Tuesday, October 27th, 2020 ‑ Copyright of publisher www.shetlandtimes.co.ukShetland is among a number of Scottish regions likely to be in 'level one'. Shetland set for ‘level one’ restrictions – but ban on household visits to continue
Former MP the next church moderator
Tuesday, October 27th, 2020 ‑ Copyright of publisher www.shetnews.co.ukFORMER Northern Isles MP Jim Wallace has been chosen as the next moderator of the General Assembly of the Church of Scotland. He will become the Kirk’s ambassador at home and abroad in May 2021. The 66-year-old life peer from Orkney is the second elder in modern times to take up the 12-month role, which […]
Yell Community Council unable to comment on wind farm plans due to lack of eligible members
Tuesday, October 27th, 2020 ‑ Copyright of publisher www.shetnews.co.ukTHE CHAIRPERSON of Yell Community Council says the organisation is unable to comment on revised plans for a 23-turbine wind farm on the island as it did not have enough members able to discuss the application at its last meeting. Laurence Odie added, however, that the community council “recognises the environmental benefits of renewable energy […]
New legislation to protect children from physical punishment a ‘positive step forward’
Tuesday, October 27th, 2020 ‑ Copyright of publisher www.shetnews.co.ukTHE CHAIR of Shetland’s public protection committee has welcomed new legislation due to come into force next week in Scotland which will make all forms of physical punishment of children against the law. This will include hitting, smacking, spanking and slapping. Under current laws, parents may be prosecuted with assault if they physically punish or […]
More funding available to get superfast broadband to all areas
Tuesday, October 27th, 2020 ‑ Copyright of publisher www.shetnews.co.ukMORE money has been made available to help people and businesses connect to superfast broadband in hard to reach locations, such as many outlying areas and islands in Shetland. An existing voucher scheme run by the Scottish Government that offers up to £5,000 to properties that will not be reached by the superfast rollout can […]
Isles could be placed in ‘level one’ of coronavirus restrictions – but indoor visits may not return straight away
Tuesday, October 27th, 2020 ‑ Copyright of publisher www.shetnews.co.ukSHETLAND could see coronavirus restrictions ease when a new tiered system comes into place – but household visits may still be initially banned. A leaked letter from the Scottish Government to national council organisation COSLA adds that travel restrictions between areas with a lower prevalence of the virus and areas with a higher level of […]
Shetland’s Bookshelf: The Non-Fiction Section
Monday, October 26th, 2020 ‑ Copyright of publisher www.shetland.orgShetland has inspired an extraordinary volume of writing, both fiction and non-fiction, for a community of its size. This time, we look at what’s to be found in the non-fiction section, where the range of topics and writers is extensive.
Place Name of the Week - Bölin da Kye
Friday, October 23rd, 2020 ‑ Copyright of publisher www.shetlandamenity.orgOld Norse bú, oxi, kálfr, kýr and kví village, farm and field names all relate to cattle. Discover the Shetland place names related to cattle in our latest Place Names blog.
Bobby's Bus Shelter
Wednesday, October 21st, 2020 ‑ Copyright of publisher www.shetland.orgWhen considering top visitor attractions, it’s unlikely that a bus shelter on a remote northern island with few passing buses will be top of the list; but that’s precisely what is on the list for many visitors heading to the island of Unst – Shetland’s most northerly island.
Place-name of the week blog – Neaps and Noups
Monday, October 12th, 2020 ‑ Copyright of publisher www.shetlandamenity.orgFind out more about Shetland's place names in our weekly blog. The Old Norse terms gnípa and gnúpr mean a steep mountain with overhanging top or a high mountaintop with a steep front. This gives rise to place-names like Nipa and Snønipa in Norway, Dalsnípa and Núpur in Faroe and Eiríksgnípa in Iceland. In Norse mythology, Gnipahellir was an overhanging cave where Garmr the hound was chained until the onset of Ragnarök.
New Commission and Associate Artist Scheme
Wednesday, October 07th, 2020 ‑ Copyright of publisher www.shetlandarts.orgTaste of Shetland Festival 2020 preview
Wednesday, October 07th, 2020 ‑ Copyright of publisher www.shetland.orgThis year, with mass gatherings cancelled, Taste of Shetland's annual food festival is going online.
Appeal: A Peerie Hansel Fae Hame
Tuesday, October 06th, 2020 ‑ Copyright of publisher www.shetlandamenity.orgThe Shetland Community would like to express its support by sending a peerie hansel (gift) from home to the estimated 400 students away from home during the pandemic. Can you help?
Shetland Arts release Annual Summary 2019/20
Tuesday, October 06th, 2020 ‑ Copyright of publisher www.shetlandarts.orgShetland Arts nominated for 2020 ACHATES PHILANTHROPY PRIZE
Tuesday, October 06th, 2020 ‑ Copyright of publisher www.shetlandarts.orgShetland Amenity Trust publishes 2019/20 Annual Report
Tuesday, October 06th, 2020 ‑ Copyright of publisher www.shetlandamenity.orgThe Shetland Amenity Trust has today published its Annual Report and Accounts for the 2019/20 financial year, which were approved at the AGM last month.
Video highlights aquaculture opportunities
Monday, October 05th, 2020 ‑ Copyright of publisher www.shetland.orgA student from Shetland has created a video highlighting the opportunities available in the islands’ aquaculture industry.
Place-name of the week – searching for sheep
Friday, October 02nd, 2020 ‑ Copyright of publisher www.shetlandamenity.orgFind out more about Shetland's place names in our weekly blog. As this is Shetland Wool Week, I have been thinking about all the dialect words associated with sheep and wool and particularly the place-names that reflect where sheep grazed, rested or were caaed (rounded up).
COVID-19: Latest visitor information
Wednesday, September 30th, 2020 ‑ Copyright of publisher www.shetland.orgAdvice for people hoping to travel to Shetland from September 2020 onwards.
Guidance for walkers in Shetland
Wednesday, September 30th, 2020 ‑ Copyright of publisher www.shetland.orgWhile we want you to enjoy every inch of our beautiful islands, we also want you to stay safe. Here's some useful guidance to follow when you're out and about roaming the Shetland countryside...
Place Name of the Week - Grinds
Thursday, September 24th, 2020 ‑ Copyright of publisher www.shetlandamenity.orgThe dialect word grind comes from Old Norse grindr a wicket-gate, usually in a fence or wall. Grind place-names denote where there have been such gates or describe features that resemble gateways
Brynn breaks down barriers
Wednesday, September 23rd, 2020 ‑ Copyright of publisher www.shetland.orgFifteen-year-old Brynn Hauxwell is pushing himself by wheelchair around Shetland's coastline for Ability Shetland.
Place Name of the Week - Pursuing pirates
Friday, September 18th, 2020 ‑ Copyright of publisher www.shetlandamenity.orgYou may start talking like a pirate on “Talk Like a Pirate Day” on 19 September, but will you also go out and search for fellow pirates and if so, where will you go?
Jarlshof: More than 5,000 years of occupation
Thursday, September 17th, 2020 ‑ Copyright of publisher www.shetland.orgShetland has more than 8,000 archaeological sites, but one site stands out, in national and international terms, as truly exceptional, and that is Jarlshof, situated in the south of the Shetland mainland, not far from Sumburgh Head.
Remarkable Journeys
Tuesday, September 15th, 2020 ‑ Copyright of publisher www.shetlandamenity.orgAutumn migration should now be in full swing here in Shetland but so far this September has proved disappointing for birdwatchers. This because the wind has largely been from the western quarter. Westerly winds do bring some migrants to the isles, notably those that breed to the north-west of us in Faroe or Iceland.
New Chair and Trustees and farewell to Frank
Monday, September 14th, 2020 ‑ Copyright of publisher www.shetlandamenity.orgThe Shetland Amenity Trust held their AGM on Monday 14th September at which they appointed a new Chair, Vice-Chairs and four new Trustees. Long standing Trustee Frank Robertson stepped down after 21 years of service on the Board.
Moment in Time: Residency Opportunity
Monday, September 14th, 2020 ‑ Copyright of publisher www.shetlandarts.orgHairst in Shetland
Monday, September 14th, 2020 ‑ Copyright of publisher www.shetland.orgHairst, the Shetland word for autumn, is upon us. Laurie Goodlad explains some of the traditions of the season from Shetland's past.
Place Name of the Week - Tings and Things
Thursday, September 10th, 2020 ‑ Copyright of publisher www.shetlandamenity.orgThings, from the Old Norse word þing meaning assembly, were an early system of justice and administration. When Vikings and early Norse settlers arrived in a new place, they brought with them their customs and legal systems.. Things were where political decisions were made, laws upheld and disputes settled. They acted as meeting places and were often the focus for trade and religious activity.
The joy of beachcombing
Tuesday, September 08th, 2020 ‑ Copyright of publisher www.shetland.orgNatural history writer and photographer Jon Dunn on his love of finding treasures along Shetland's coastline.
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