Job Description
Senior Technician
Kirkwall Grammar School
35 hours per week
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Permanent
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£35,553 - £38,309
\n £19.48 - £20.99 per hour
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The above amounts include Distant Islands Allowance
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You will be reporting to the Business Manager.
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Your working pattern is Monday to Friday. We are happy to talk flexible working where possible.
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The purpose of this role is to supervise a small team of support staff,
\n providing an efficient support service to the teaching staff of Kirkwall Grammar School.
\n Kirkwall Grammar School is seeking to appoint an experienced, proactive and highly organised Senior Technician to lead our technical support provision across the school. Working as the supervisor for the school’s wider technician team, the successful candidate will provide leadership, coordination and technical expertise, ensuring that staff and pupils have access to reliable, effective and secure IT systems and resources.
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The postholder will take a lead role in the management and development of the school’s technical services, working closely with the Senior Leadership Team and other staff to ensure that technology supports learning, teaching and the wider operation of the school.
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The successful candidate will provide technical, practical and organisational support to staff and pupils, helping to ensure that equipment, resources and learning environments are safe, well maintained and ready for use. You will work closely with teaching staff to support practical lessons and activities, preparing and maintaining equipment and materials.
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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
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This post is a regulated role with children and requires Level 2 Disclosure with PVG scheme membership.
\n Interview expenses are payable for this post, click here for further information.
\n Relocation package is available in line with Council Policy for this post, click here for the Relocation Policy.
\n Applications close at 23.59 on Sunday 25 October, with shortlisting taking place Monday 26 October 2026 and interviews are scheduled for Friday 4 November 2026.
\n For a discussion about the role, contact Graeme Horne at Graeme.horne@orkney.gov.uk or on 01856 872102.
\n For information on applying and our recruitment process, click here for Information for Applicants.
\n We would welcome your feedback on our recruitment process.
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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.
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Senior Technician, Kirkwall Grammar School - ORK10782 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.
