At a Glance
- Tasks: Provide essential admin support to educational teams and manage various tasks efficiently.
- Company: Join Orkney Islands Council, a supportive and inclusive employer.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, flexible working options, and a chance to make a difference.
- Other info: Opportunity for career growth in a friendly work environment.
- Why this job: Be part of a dynamic team that supports education and community development.
- Qualifications: Strong communication and organisational skills are a must.
The predicted salary is between 16.8 - 16.8 £ per hour.
Administrative Assistant
Education, Communities and Housing - Resources
35 hours per week
Temporary up to 23 June 2027
£30,060 - £30,662 £16.47 - £16.80 per hour
The above amounts include Distant Islands Allowance.
You will be reporting to Team Manager (Resources).
Your working pattern is Monday to Friday, 9am – 5pm. We are happy to talk flexible working, where possible.
As part of a small team the successful candidate will provide all aspects of administrative support and will work closely with the Team Manager (Resources) to provide effective, efficient and consistent provision of high-quality business support to the directorate, and specifically to provide support for the Educational Psychologist Team at School Place and the Pupil Support Team at Papdale House.
You will need to be able to work under pressure to strict deadlines, use your own initiative, maintain confidentiality and be able to work unsupervised. We are looking for a good communicator with excellent organisational skills as you will be part of a wider team liaising with a wide range of customers.
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 requires a Level 1 Disclosure check.
Applications close at 23:59 on Sunday 12 July 2026, with shortlisting taking place on 13 July 2026 and interviews are scheduled for the week commencing 27 July 2026.
For a discussion about the role, contact Ingrid Scott at Ingrid.scott@orkney.gov.uk or on 01856 873535 extension 2433.
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.
Administrative Assistant - Education Resources - ORK10503 in Kirkwall employer: Orkney Islands Council
Orkney Islands Council is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive work environment where flexibility and collaboration are valued. As part of a dedicated team, you will have the opportunity to contribute to meaningful educational initiatives while enjoying competitive pay and a commitment to professional development. Located in the picturesque Orkney Islands, employees benefit from a unique lifestyle and a strong sense of community.
