Advert Janitor Orphir Primary School 22 hours 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 Head Teacher, Grant Thomson. Your working pattern is Monday to Friday. We are happy to talk flexible working, where possible. Provide a janitorial service to the school, including general cleaning and maintenance. We are looking for an enthusiastic, motivated, versatile person with good communication and organisation skills, to join a team of folk committed to making a difference every day. You should have experience of carrying out routine general maintenance with a commitment to a high standard of working, and a good understanding of security issues. This post will offer applicants a variety of interesting and sometimes unpredictable challenges, with the main duty being to ensure that the school buildings and grounds are well maintained, secure and safe. 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 22 November 2026. With shortlisting and interviews scheduled for week beginning 23 November 2026. For a discussion about the role, contact Grant Thomson at grant.thomson@orkney.gov.uk or on 01856 811265 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.
Janitor, Orphir Primary School - ORK10929 employer: Orkney Islands Council
Orkney Islands Council is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive work culture that values flexibility and community engagement. As a Community Payback Supervisor, you will have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on individuals' lives while benefiting from professional growth and development in a collaborative environment. Located in Kirkwall, you will enjoy the unique advantages of working in a picturesque setting, with access to various community resources and partnerships that enhance your role.
