Janitor

Orkney Gin Company; Kirkwall; On-site; GBP 29,000 - GBP 31,000; Full time

Job summary

A local educational institution in Kirkwall is seeking a Janitor to maintain safety and security in its buildings and grounds. The ideal candidate should be enthusiastic, motivated, and possess good communication and organizational skills. Responsibilities include undertaking routine maintenance and ensuring that the facilities are secure and well-kept. The position requires a First Aid Qualification or the willingness to obtain one, and the ability to travel across locations within Orkney. This is a permanent, full-time role offering a salary between £29,813 and £30,044 per year.

Qualifications

• Experience in routine general maintenance.
• Ability to maintain high standards of work.
• Willingness to obtain a First Aid Qualification.

Responsibilities

• Ensure school buildings and grounds are well maintained.
• Secure and safe management of school facilities.
• Travel efficiently between various work locations within Orkney.

Skills

Good communication skills

Organizational skills

General maintenance experience

Understanding of security issues

Education

First Aid Qualification

Job description

# Janitor, Kirkwall Grammar SchoolRef no:: ORK10025Published:: 30/01/2026Closes:: 22/02/2026Location:: Kirkwall Grammar School, Kirkwall, Orkney, KW15 1QNSalary:: £29,813 - £30,044 per yearContract Type:: PermanentPosition Type:: Full TimeHours:: 37 hours per week## Advert**EDUCATION, COMMUNITIES AND HOUSING****Kirkwall Grammar School****Janitor****37 hours per week****Permanent****£29,813 - £30,044 / £15.45 - £15.57 per hour (including Distant Islands Allowance)**We are looking for an enthusiastic, motivated, versatile person with good communication and organisation skills, to join our committed staff team. You should have experience of carrying out routine general maintenance with a commitment to a high standard of working, and also a good understanding of security issues.This post will offer applicants a variety of challenges with the main duty being to ensure that the school buildings and grounds are well maintained, secure and safe.You must hold a First Aid Qualification or be willing to work towards this.You must have the ability to travel efficiently and effectively between various work locations within Orkney to meet the operational requirements of the Service.This post is subject to Level 2 Disclosure Check with PVG for working in a regulated role with children.Prospective applicants are encouraged to discuss the posts by contacting Graeme Horne, Business Manager on 01856 872102 or email: [e-mail]**Closing Date: 23:59 on Sunday 22 February 2026***Please note that interview expenses are not payable for this post.*## Job Attachments* Share this job posting via Email### Advertisement