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Education, Communities and Housing
Kirkwall Grammar School
Support for Learning Assistant
28.25 hours per week, Term Time
Permanent
£29,010 - £29,594 / £30,251 - £30,871 pro rata
£15.90 - £16.22 / £16.58 - £16.92 per hour
The above amounts include Distant Islands Allowance
Overview
Suitable candidates are sought for the above vacancy for Support for Learning Assistant to work in Kirkwall Grammar School. As a member of the school team you will be expected to work with pupils, colleagues and parents.
Responsibilities
We require candidates to have experience in working with young people and to be committed to supporting, encouraging and including all children in achieving their potential.
Qualifications and requirements
To be appointed at Grade D: You should have a good general standard of education, including evidence of competency in literacy and numeracy, and will be required to achieve an SCQF level 5 qualification, e.g., SVQ2, NC or PDA, in a relevant subject area within 3 years of taking up post.
To be appointed at Grade E: You should have a good general standard of education, including evidence of competency in literacy and numeracy, and must hold a SCQF level 5 qualification, e.g., SVQ2, NC or PDA in relevant subject area.
This post is subject to a Level 2 Disclosure Check with PVG for working in a regulated role with children.
Apply
Prospective applicants are invited to discuss the post by contacting Marie Phillips, Principal Teacher of Curriculum Support, on 01856 872102 or e-mail marie.phillips@glow.orkneyschools.org.uk.
Closing Date: 23:59 on Sunday 28 September 2025
Please note that neither interview nor relocation expenses are payable for this post.
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