a different way of working 
Our support workers come from all walks of life and share the desire to work creatively and with compassion to support people to improve aspects of their lives and flourish in whatever they wish to do.
Our approach is all about building long term relationships based on mutual interests and a shared sense of humour and an understanding of the brilliance of learning the uniqueness of us all.
Shared Lives Shetland is looking for people willing to commit to regular support sessions based in and from your own house.
This could be for a few hours a week (sessions) and/or overnight stays (sleepovers).
This is a self-employed opportunity which has an agreed fee structure.
Sharing your interests and your home and community
Is nature your thing? or Art, gardening, cooking, music and dancing or is woodwork your passion?
Perhaps you have a garden or hen run, a tool shed, a poly tunnel, nearby beach or drum kit?
Or do you have space to bake, a comfy chair for knitting and reminiscing?
Sharing walks, joining classes together at the leisure centre, going to local events and getting involved in local volunteering and activities are all part of the matched and sharing of community activities.
Other people will favour the quieter environments of storytelling, photography, cooking and crafts.
Being around your pets maybe the best part of someone's day.
This is a highly personalised, rewarding and satisfying way to work. Where you know and feel you are doing the right thing.
Having the autonomy alongside the support of a dedicated team.
It's not for everyone but it might be for you?
Shared Lives is a UK wide approach with Shetland Shared Lives being one of 16 independent schemes in Scotland. Shetland Community Connections is the operator of this care inspectorate registered Adults 18+ support.
Over 10,000 people in the UK are currently supported in this way.
Interested to find out more ?
contact the Shared Lives Shetland team on - 07385965200 or 01595745093
email - sharedlives@shetland.org
