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Ref no:
ORK09991
Published:
16/01/2026
Closes:
01/02/2026
Location:
Papdale Primary School, Willow Road, Kirkwall, Orkney, KW15 1PJ
Salary:
£28,363 - £28,582 per year pro rata
Contract Type:
Permanent
Position Type:
Part Time
Hours:
15 hours per day

Advert

EDUCATION, COMMUNITIES AND HOUSING

Papdale Primary School

Support for Learning Assistant (2 posts)

1 x 15 hours per week, Term Time

1 x 10 hours per week, Term Time

Permanent

£28,363 - £28,582 pro rata / £15.54 - £15.66 per hour (including Distant Islands Allowance)

Suitable candidates are sought for the above vacancies of Support for Learning Assistant to work in Papdale Primary School. As a member of the school team you will be expected to work with pupils, colleagues and parents.

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.

You should have a good general standard education including evidence of competency in literacy and numeracy, and have experience of working / volunteering with children or young people

This post is subject to Level 2 Disclosure Check with PVG for working in a regulated role with children.

Prospective applicants are invited to discuss the post by contacting Emma Billington, Head Teacher on 01856 872650 or email emma.billington@glow.orkneyschools.org.uk

Closing Date: 23:59 on Sunday 1 February 2026

Please note that interview expenses are not payable for this post.

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