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The purpose of this post is to work effectively with the class teacher(s) to support play-based, child-centred pedagogy within primary.

More detail is provided in the Job Profile, Person Specification and Conditions of Service Summary attached to the bottom of this advert.

Ollaberry Primary School is a non-denominational school located in Ollaberry, Northmavine. It provides primary education for children from Ollaberry and surrounding areas. The structure of the school is 1 multi-composite class with all children from primary 1-7. There is currently a total of 18 pupils on the school roll. The school is managed by a teaching Headteacher, Mrs Hannah Johnson. The current staffing complement is 1 teacher assisted by support staff. Further information can be found on the school website http://www.ollaberry.shetland.sch.uk/ or by phoning the school on 01595 807270.

Additional Information

The grade of this post is F
Rate of pay shown in the advert is inclusive of Distant Islands Allowance of £1.4202 per hour
Permanent Part Time post for 2.5 Hours per Week , 39 weeks per year plus 6.24 weeks (pro rata) paid holiday to be taken during school holidays
Preferred candidates will be required to join the Protecting Vulnerable Groups (PVG) Scheme or undergo a PVG Scheme update prior to a formal offer of employment being made
A relocation package does not apply to this post
We will pay interview expenses from within Shetland
We are happy to talk flexible working

During the application process you are required to give the names of two persons not related to you, who we can contact to provide a reference to support your application.

This post is based at Ollaberry Primary School, Ollaberry, Shetland.

For further details relating to this post, please contact: Hannah Johnson, Head Teacher on 01595 807270 or e-mail hannah.johnson@shetland.gov.uk

If you have a disability which prevents you from applying online, please call 01595 744032.

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