Job reference: 247239
Salary: Band 2 (£26,696 - £28,988)
Job closing date: 24/05/2026
Job Type: Support Services
Location: Gilbert Bain Hospital
Employment type: Permanent
Hours Per Week: 36
Job posted date: 08/05/2026
Employer (NHS Board): NHS Shetland
Department: Hotel Services - Domestic

Job Advert

Multi-skilled Generic Support Worker (Ref: 247239)

within Cleaning, Catering & Laundry Services

Substantive

Full-time – 36 hrs per week various start and finish times

Band 2 - Salary Range £26,696 - £28,988 per annum

Plus Distant Islands Allowance of £2,578 per annum


Generic Support Worker – Hotel Services (Non‑Clinical Role)


We are looking to recruit Generic Support Workers to join the Hotel Services Department at NHS Shetland. These are non‑clinical support roles that play a vital part in maintaining a clean, safe and welcoming environment across NHS Shetland sites, in line with NHS Scotland national standards.


You will be part of a dedicated team delivering essential Cleaning, Catering and Laundry services across the organisation.


Although the role is primarily Monday to Friday, flexibility is required to support evening and weekend working as needed. Night and weekend shifts attract enhanced pay.


We are looking for candidates with good communication skills who are flexible, reliable and able to work well under pressure. Full training and induction will be provided during the initial days of employment, followed by ongoing support from experienced colleagues until you are fully competent in all areas of the role, including relevant procedures and documentation.


A full driving licence is desirable, as you may be required to cover areas out with the hospital.


You will be expected to comply with the Induction Standards and Code of Conduct for Healthcare Support Workers within 3 months of commencing your role – details can be viewed on http://www.scotland.gov.uk/Resource/Doc/288863/0088362.pdf

and http://www.scotland.gov.uk/Resource/Doc/288853/0088360.pdf


For an informal discussion, please contact Marie Wood, on 01595 743040.


Closing date: 24th May 2026

Interview date: 1st June 2026


*Please note this is a local advertisement and no relocation or interview expenses are applicable.


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