Support for Learning Assistant, Stromness Academy (2 Posts)

AdvertSupport for Learning Assistant (2 Posts) Stromness Academy 1 x 30 hours per week, Term Time 1 x 13.25 hours per week, Term Time Permanent £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 Principal Teacher of Support for Learning. Your working pattern is Monday to Friday. We are happy to talk flexible working, where possible. The purpose of this role is to support and enrich the learning of children and young people with additional support needs. 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 membershipApplications close at 23:59 on Sunday 20 September 2026 with shortlisting and interviews taking place from 28 September 2026. For a discussion about the role, contact Jennifer Nixon, Principal Teacher of Support for Learning at jennifer.nixon@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.