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School Crossing Patrol Officer, Stromness

Published by Orkney Islands Council
Ref: ORK10300 Published date: 29/04/2026 Closing date: 17/05/2026
Closed
Location:

Stromness Primary School, Stromness

Salary:
£29,080.00 - £29,350.00, Pro Rata
Contract type:
Permanent
Position type:
Part Time
Hours:
6.66 hours
Categories:

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School Crossing Patrol Officer
Stromness
6.66 hours per week, Term Time
Permanent

£29,080 - £29,350 pro rata
£15.07 - £15.21 per hour

The above amounts include Distant Islands Allowance

You will be reporting to a Senior Administrative Officer.

Your working pattern is Monday to Friday, with a 40 minute shift in the morning and afternoon. We are happy to talk flexible working, where possible.

The purpose of this role is to assist school children to cross the road at an established crossing point in Stromness.

We are looking for a punctual, trustworthy, honest individual who has a genuine interest in children's safety to join our team. The normal working week is restricted to opening and closing times of Stromness Primary School. A uniform and equipment will be supplied.

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 is a regulated role with children and requires Level 2 Disclosure with PVG scheme membership.

Applications close at 23:59 on Sunday 17 May 2026, with shortlisting taking place week commencing 18 May 2026 and interviews are scheduled for week commencing 1 June 2026.

For a discussion about the role, contact Leanne Spence at leanne.spence@orkney.gov.uk or on 01856 873535 ext. 2422.

For information on applying and our recruitment process, click here for Information for Applicants.

We would welcome your feedback on our recruitment process.


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Location

Stromness Primary School, Stromness


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