Orkney Islands Council - Kirkwall

£29,080 to £29,350 a year

On-sitePermanentFull time

Advert School Crossing Patrol Officer Dundas Crescent / George Street, Kirkwall 6.66 hours per week, Term Time Permanent £29,080 - £29,350 pro rata £15.07 - £15.21 per hour The above amounts include Distant Islands Allowance You will be reporting to a Senior Administrative Officer. Your working pattern is Monday to Friday, with a 40 minute shift in the morning and afternoon. We are happy to talk flexible working, where possible. The purpose of this role is to assist school children to cross the road at an established crossing point in Kirkwall. We are looking for a punctual, trustworthy, honest individual who has a genuine interest in children's safety to join our team. The normal working week is restricted to opening and closing times of Papdale Primary School. A uniform and equipment will be supplied. The necessary qualification, experience and skills required for this role are detailed in the ‘must have’ section of the attached job profile. These criteria are used for decisions on shortlisting and appointment of applicants. This post is a regulated role with children and requires Level 2 Disclosure with PVG scheme membership. Applications close at 23:59 on Sunday 16 August 2026, with shortlisting taking place on 18 August 2026 and interviews are scheduled for week commencing 31 August 2026. For a discussion about the role, contact Leanne Spence at leanne.spence@orkney.gov.uk or on 01856 873535 ext. 2422. For information on applying and our recruitment process, click here for Information for Applicants. We would welcome your feedback on our recruitment process. Orkney Islands Council is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of age, gender, race or ethnicity, disability, religion or belief, sexual orientation, marriage or civil partnership status, pregnancy or maternity status or gender reassignment status.

Orkney Islands Council - Kirkwall

£30,758 to £30,989 a year

On-sitePermanentFull time

Advert Cook Glaitness School 21 hours per week Permanent £30,758 – £30,989 pro rata £15.94 – £16.06 per hour The above amounts include Distant Islands Allowance You will be reporting to Service Manager – Corporate Catering. Your working pattern is Monday and Friday 08:30 – 14:00, Tuesday and Thursday 09:30 – 14:00, including a 30 minute unpaid lunch break. We are happy to talk flexible working, where possible. The purpose of this role is to undertake duties as cook, working with the cook supervisor you will be assisting with the provision of the school meal service at Glaitness School. Duties include preparation, cooking and service of food, supervision of staff, menu planning, ordering of provisions, ensuring all aspects of service provision complies with food safety and completion of associated records, cash handling and liaising with school staff, parents, and pupils. The necessary qualification, experience and skills required for this role are detailed in the ‘must have’ section of the attached job profile. These criteria are used for decisions on shortlisting and appointment of applicants. This post is a regulated role with children and requires Level 2 Disclosure with PVG scheme membership. Applications close at 23:59 on Sunday 9 August 2026 with shortlisting and interviews taking place during the week commencing 10 August 2026. For a discussion about the role, contact Scott Pring at scott.pring@orkney.gov.uk or on 01856 879238. For information on applying and our recruitment process, click here for Information for Applicants. We would welcome your feedback on our recruitment process. Orkney Islands Council is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of age, gender, race or ethnicity, disability, religion or belief, sexual orientation, marriage or civil partnership status, pregnancy or maternity status or gender reassignment status.

Orkney Islands Council - Stromness

£30,060 to £30,662 a year

On-sitePermanentFull time

Advert Administrative Assistant Stromness Academy 35 hours per week Permanent £30,060 - £30,662 £16.47 - £16.80 per hour The above amounts include Distant Islands Allowance. You will be reporting to the Business Manager. Your working pattern is Monday to Friday. We are happy to talk flexible working, where possible. We are looking for an Administrative Assistant to provide all aspects of clerical and administrative support within Stromness Academy. The necessary qualification, experience and skills required for this role are detailed in the ‘must have’ section of the attached job profile. These criteria are used for decisions on shortlisting and appointment of applicants. This post is a regulated role with children and requires Level 2 Disclosure with PVG scheme membership. Applications close at 23:59 on 9 August 2026 with shortlisting and interviews taking place from week commencing 17 August 2026. For a discussion about the role, contact Sarah Johnston at sarah.johnston@orkney.gov.uk or on 01856 850660. For information on applying and our recruitment process, click here for Information for Applicants. We would welcome your feedback on our recruitment process. Orkney Islands Council is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of age, gender, race or ethnicity, disability, religion or belief, sexual orientation, marriage or civil partnership status, pregnancy or maternity status or gender reassignment status.

Orkney Islands Council - Kirkwall

£52,519 to £55,711 a year

On-sitePermanentFull time

Advert Team Manager (Community Development) Community Learning, Development and Employability 35 hours per week Permanent £52,519 - £55,711 £28.78 - £30.53 per hour The above amounts include shift allowance and Distant Islands Allowance You will be reporting to Service Manager (Community Learning, Development & Employability). Your working pattern is Monday – Friday and will include some weekend and evening working. We are happy to talk flexible working, where possible. This role will include the management, delivery, development and continuous improvement of Community Planning & Community Development across Orkney, with a clear focus on improving life chances for people of all ages, through learning, personal development and active citizenship and supporting stronger more resilient, supportive, influential and inclusive communities. We are looking for an enthusiastic, skilled and qualified CLD professional to lead, develop and manage the Community Development Team within the Community Learning Development & Employability Service. The post holder will be responsible for a diverse portfolio including the support and development of Community Planning, Community Schools, Community Associations, Third Sector support and service provision, Development Trust liaison, Firm Base and community consultation and engagement. The role will involve partnership planning, data collection, monitoring and reporting, in accordance with statutory requirements and service policies and procedures, all with a focus on supporting the local community to thrive. The necessary qualification, experience and skills required for this role are detailed in the ‘must have’ section of the attached job profile. These criteria are used for decisions on shortlisting and appointment of applicants. This post involves a contractual requirement to: • work unsocial hours on a rota, click here for Unsocial Hours Information. This post is a regulated role with children and adults and requires Level 2 Disclosure with PVG scheme membership. Interview expenses are payable for this post, click here for further information. Relocation package is available in line with Council Policy for this post, click here for the Relocation Policy. Applications close at 23:59 on Sunday 9 August 2026, with shortlisting taking place week commencing 10 August 2026 and interviews are scheduled for week commencing 24 August 2026. For a discussion about the role, contact Kerry Spence at Kerry.spence@orkney.gov.uk or on 01856 873535 extension 2425. For information on applying and our recruitment process, click here for Information for Applicants. We would welcome your feedback on our recruitment process. Orkney Islands Council is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of age, gender, race or ethnicity, disability, religion or belief, sexual orientation, marriage or civil partnership status, pregnancy or maternity status or gender reassignment status.

Orkney Islands Council - Burray

£29,257 to £29,476 a year

On-sitePermanentFull time

Advert Support for Learning Assistant Burray Primary School 1 x 5 hours per week, Term Time 1 x 25 hours per week, Term Time Temporary up to 2 July 2027 £29,257 - £29,476 pro rata £16.03 - £16.15 per hour The above amounts include Distant Islands Allowance You will be reporting to the Head Teacher. The working pattern is negotiable. We are happy to talk flexible working, where possible. The purpose of this role is to work as part of a team to support and enrich the learning of children and young people with additional support needs. 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. The necessary qualification, experience and skills required for this role are detailed in the ‘must have’ section of the attached job profile. These criteria are used for decisions on shortlisting and appointment of applicants. This post is a regulated role with children and requires Level 2 Disclosure with PVG scheme membership. Applications close on 23:59 on Wednesday 5 August 2026 with shortlisting and interviews taking place from 10 August 2026. For a discussion about the role, contact Catherine Mackenzie at catherine.mackenzie@orkney.gov.uk or on 01856 731208. For information on applying and our recruitment process, click here for Information for Applicants. We would welcome your feedback on our recruitment process. Orkney Islands Council is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of age, gender, race or ethnicity, disability, religion or belief, sexual orientation, marriage or civil partnership status, pregnancy or maternity status or gender reassignment status.

Orkney Islands Council - Finstown

£35,553 to £38,309 a year

On-sitePermanentFull time

Advert Early Years Lead Practitioner Firth Primary School 14 hours per week, Term Time Permanent £35,553 - £38,309 pro rata £19.48 - £20.99 per hour The above amounts include Distant Islands Allowance. You will be reporting to the Head Teacher. Your working pattern is Thursday and Friday. We are happy to talk flexible working, where possible. We are looking for an enthusiastic individual who would enjoy being part of a dynamic whole-school team to help deliver flexible, high quality care and learning service that meets the needs of young children and their families. The necessary qualification, experience and skills required for this role are detailed in the ‘must have’ section of the attached job profile. These criteria are used for decisions on shortlisting and appointment of applicants. You are required to register with the SSSC as a Practitioner (Day Care of Children) no later than 3 months from commencing in post. This post is a regulated role with children and requires Level 2 Disclosure with PVG scheme membership. Applications close at 23:59 on Sunday 9 August 2026. With shortlisting and interviews scheduled for week commencing 17 August 2026. For a discussion about the role, contact Emma Jane Rendall, Head Teacher at emmajane.rendall@orkney.gov.uk or Catherine Diamond, Service Manager (ELC) at catherine.diamond@glow.orkneyschools.org.uk or telephone 01856 873535 ext. 3220. For information on applying and our recruitment process, click here for Information for Applicants. We would welcome your feedback on our recruitment process. Orkney Islands Council is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of age, gender, race or ethnicity, disability, religion or belief, sexual orientation, marriage or civil partnership status, pregnancy or maternity status or gender reassignment status.

Orkney Islands Council - Dounby

£30,060 to £31,995 a year

On-sitePermanentFull time

Advert Early Years Support Worker Dounby Primary School 21 hours per week, Term Time Permanent £30,060 - £30,662 / £31,356 - £31,995 pro rata £16.47 - £16.80 / £17.18 - £17.53 per hour The above amounts include Distant Islands Allowance. You will be reporting to the Early Learning and Childcare Manager. Your working pattern is part days, Monday to Friday. We are happy to talk flexible working, where possible. The ideal candidate will have recent experience of working with young children in a structured context. This post is rewarding and requires an energetic, thoughtful person, who can work as part of our team in a caring, learning environment. The necessary qualification, experience and skills required for this role are detailed in the ‘must have’ section of the attached job profile. These criteria are used for decisions on shortlisting and appointment of applicants. This post is a regulated role with children and requires Level 2 Disclosure with PVG scheme membership. Applications close at 23:59 on Sunday 9 August 2026. With shortlisting and interviews scheduled for week commencing 17 August 2026. For a discussion about the role, contact Leona Benston, Nursery Manager at leona.benston@orkney.gov.uk or Catherine Diamond, Service Manager (ELC) at catherine.diamond@glow.orkneyschools.org.uk or phone 01856 873535 ext. 3220. For information on applying and our recruitment process, click here for Information for Applicants. We would welcome your feedback on our recruitment process. Orkney Islands Council is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of age, gender, race or ethnicity, disability, religion or belief, sexual orientation, marriage or civil partnership status, pregnancy or maternity status or gender reassignment status.

Orkney Islands Council - Kirkwall

£35,553 to £42,342 a year

On-sitePermanentFull time

Advert Early Learning and Childcare Senior Practitioner Glaitness Nursery 35 Hours per week, 50 weeks per year Temporary up to 16 February 2027 £35,553 - £38,309 / £38,747 - £42,342 £19.48 - £20.99 / £21.23 - £23.20 per hour The above amounts include Distant Islands Allowance You will be reporting to the Early Learning and Childcare Manager. The working pattern is Monday to Friday. We are happy to talk flexible working, where possible. We are looking for an experienced and highly skilled Early Years Practitioner for the post of Early Learning and Childcare Senior Practitioner at Glaitness Nursery. You will have experience of working in a nursery and also have experience of developing aspects of early years practice. Your role will involve working alongside the nursery manager to provide pedagogical leadership. The necessary qualification, experience and skills required for this role are detailed in the ‘must have’ section of the attached job profile. These criteria are used for decisions on shortlisting and appointment of applicants This post is a regulated role with children and requires Level 2 Disclosure with PVG scheme membership. Applications close at 23:59 on Sunday 9 August 2026, with shortlisting and interviews scheduled for week commencing 10 August 2026. For a discussion about the role, contact Karen Petrie, Early Learning and Childcare Manager on karen.petrie@orkney.gov.uk or telephone on 01856 885598. For information on applying and our recruitment process, click here for Information for Applicants. We would welcome your feedback on our recruitment process. Orkney Islands Council is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of age, gender, race or ethnicity, disability, religion or belief, sexual orientation, marriage or civil partnership status, pregnancy or maternity status or gender reassignment status.

Orkney Islands Council - Sanday

£15.07 to £15.07 an hour

On-sitePermanentFull time

Advert Relief Leisure Attendant Sanday Swimming Pool Hours are offered on an as and when required basis A shift allowance will be paid for unsocial hours worked where appropriate £15.07 per hour (including Distant Islands Allowance) You will be reporting to the Senior Duty Officer – Pools. The purpose of this role is to effectively carry out pool operational procedures and processes, pool plant maintenance and maintain water treatment at Sanday swimming pool. The successful applicant must be prepared to acquire a full knowledge of all matters relating to the cleaning, operation and servicing of the swimming pool. This will include assembling and dismantling equipment, checking and maintaining chemical levels and cleaning filters. The necessary qualification, experience and skills required for this role are detailed in the ‘must have’ section of the attached job profile. These criteria are used for decisions on shortlisting and appointment of applicants. This post is a regulated role with children and requires Level 2 Disclosure with PVG scheme membership. Applications close at 23:59 on Sunday 9 August 2026, with shortlisting taking place on 10 August 2026 and interviews are scheduled for the week commencing 24 August 2026. For a discussion about the role, contact Lisa Kirkby at lisa.kirby@orkney.gov.uk or on 01856 850552. For information on applying and our recruitment process, click here for Information for Applicants. We would welcome your feedback on our recruitment process. Orkney Islands Council is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of age, gender, race or ethnicity, disability, religion or belief, sexual orientation, marriage or civil partnership status, pregnancy or maternity status or gender reassignment status.

Orkney Islands Council - Kirkwall

£29,909 to £30,237 a year

On-sitePermanentFull time

Advert Domestic Strynd Nursery 21 hours per week Permanent £29,909 - £30,237 pro rata £15.50 - £15.67 per hour The above amounts include Distant Islands Allowance. You will be reporting to the Early Learning and Childcare Manager. Your working pattern is Monday-Friday mornings. We are happy to talk flexible working, where possible. We are looking for enthusiastic, adaptable people with good communication skills to join our committed staff team. The main duties of this post will include preparing and serving snacks and serving lunches, general cleaning duties, laundry duties and stock checks of supplies. The necessary qualification, experience and skills required for this role are detailed in the ‘must have’ section of the attached job profile. These criteria are used for decisions on shortlisting and appointment of applicants. This post is a regulated role with children and requires Level 2 Disclosure with PVG scheme membership. Applications close at 23:59 on Sunday 9 August 2026 with shortlisting to take place week commencing 10 August 2026 and interview week commencing 17 August 2026. For a discussion about the role, contact Fiona Greaves at fiona.greaves@orkney.gov.uk or on 01856 886686. For information on applying and our recruitment process, click here for Information for Applicants. We would welcome your feedback on our recruitment process. Orkney Islands Council is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of age, gender, race or ethnicity, disability, religion or belief, sexual orientation, marriage or civil partnership status, pregnancy or maternity status or gender reassignment status.