Support for Learning Assistant

Orkney Gin Company; Kirkwall; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 29,000; Part time

Job summary

A local educational establishment in Kirkwall is looking for a Support for Learning Assistant to work part-time in two positions at Papdale Primary School. The successful candidates will engage with pupils, staff, and parents to support learning. Candidates should have experience working with children and a strong commitment to encouraging their development. This position requires a Level 2 Disclosure Check. The salary is between £28,363 and £28,582 pro rata.

Qualifications

• Experience in working/volunteering with children or young people is required.
• Candidates must be dedicated to encouraging all children to achieve their potential.
• Candidates must pass a Level 2 Disclosure Check with PVG.

Responsibilities

• Work with pupils, colleagues, and parents.
• Support students in achieving their educational potential.

Skills

Experience working with young people

Commitment to support and inclusion

Competency in literacy and numeracy

Education

Good general standard education

Job description

# Support for Learning Assistant, Papdale Primary School (2 posts)Ref no:: ORK09991Published:: 16/01/2026Closes:: 01/02/2026Location:: Papdale Primary School, Willow Road, Kirkwall, Orkney, KW15 1PJSalary:: £28,363 - £28,582 per year pro rataContract Type:: PermanentPosition Type:: Part TimeHours:: 15 hours per day## Advert**EDUCATION, COMMUNITIES AND HOUSING****Papdale Primary School****Support for Learning Assistant (2 posts)****1 x 15 hours per week, Term Time****1 x 10 hours per week, Term Time****Permanent****£28,363 - £28,582 pro rata / £15.54 - £15.66 per hour (including Distant Islands Allowance)**Suitable candidates are sought for the above vacancies of Support for Learning Assistant to work in Papdale Primary School. As a member of the school team you will be expected to work with pupils, colleagues and parents.We require candidates to have experience in working with young people and to be committed to supporting, encouraging and including all children in achieving their potential.You should have a good general standard education including evidence of competency in literacy and numeracy, and have experience of working / volunteering with children or young peopleThis post is subject to Level 2 Disclosure Check with PVG for working in a regulated role with children.Prospective applicants are invited to discuss the post by contacting Emma Billington, Head Teacher on 01856 872650 or email [e-mail]**Closing Date: 23:59 on Sunday 1 February 2026***Please note that interview expenses are not payable for this post.*## Job Attachments* Share this job posting via Email### Advertisement