At a Glance
- Tasks: Support and supervise children while assisting with teaching materials and resources.
- Company: Join the dedicated team at Stronsay Junior High School.
- Benefits: Earn £15.94 per hour, including Distant Islands Allowance.
- Other info: Flexible hours with opportunities for personal growth and development.
- Why this job: Make a difference in young people's lives while gaining valuable experience.
- Qualifications: Experience with children, good literacy, numeracy, IT skills, and First Aid qualification.
The predicted salary is between 15.94 - 15.94 £ per hour.
Advert Relief Auxiliary Stronsay Junior High School Hours are offered on an as and when required basis £15.94 per hour The above amount is including Distant Islands Allowance You will be reporting to the Service Manager for Secondary and Tertiary Education.
This is a relief position, for inclusion on a list of people available for offers of work as and when required.
The purpose of this role is to provide support and supervision of children and young people and general administrative duties.
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 preparation of teaching materials for departments and organising and tidying department resources including teaching rooms.
The necessary qualification, experience and skills required for this role are: experience of providing care and support to children and young people; a good general standard of literacy, numeracy and IT skills , including use of MS Office; and a current First Aid qualification or a requirement to achieve this within 12 months of appointment.
This post is a regulated role with children and requires Level 2 Disclosure with PVG scheme membership Applications close at 23.59 on Sunday 23 August 2026, with shortlisting and interviews scheduled for week commencing 24 August 2026.
For a discussion about the role, contact Petra Mc Lay, Service Manager Secondary and Tertiary Education at petra. mclay@orkney. gov. uk or on 01856873535.
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.
Relief Auxiliary, Stronsay Junior High School - ORK10675 employer: Orkney Islands Council
Orkney Islands Council is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive and inclusive work environment for those embarking on a career in social care. With a focus on employee growth through practical experience and training towards an SVQ 2 in Social Services and Healthcare, staff are empowered to make a meaningful impact in the lives of adults within the community. The council promotes flexible working patterns and values diversity, making it an ideal place for individuals seeking rewarding employment in a caring profession.
