Administration Officer

St Mary's Kenmure; Scotland; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A childcare organization in Scotland seeks an Administration Officer to work as part of their Administration Team. The ideal candidate should be proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel, providing administration support across the campus. This role is key in ensuring young people receive high standards of care, and applicants with relevant experience are encouraged to apply. The position offers a permanent full-time contract with a salary of £26,299.68 per year.

Qualifications

• Experience in administration roles preferred.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
• Strong communication skills are necessary.

Responsibilities

• Provide administration support across the campus.
• Ensure a high standard of care for young people.
• Advocate for the rights and development of young people.

Skills

Proficient with Microsoft Word

Proficient with Microsoft Excel

Administration support

Job description

Location: St Mary's Road, Bishopbriggs, Glasgow, G64 2EH

Salary: £26,299.68 per year

Contract Type: Permanent

Position Type: Full Time

Hours: 35 hours per week

The role of Administration Officer is key to St Mary’s Kenmure and you will work as part of the Administration Team. We are looking for someone who is proficient with Microsoft Word/Excel and other Microsoft Applications. The purpose of the Administration Officer is to provide administration support across the campus at all levels.

St Mary’s Kenmure is a childcare organisation that offers a controlled, safe and secure environment for the care and education of young people who are referred from the Courts and Children’s Hearings. Young people from all over Scotland and England come to St Mary’s.

Our secure facility cares for 24 young people, in four house units each housing 6 young people. Each young person is entitled to and will receive a high standard of care from a team of experienced and qualified staff who strive to meet their needs and ensure their health and safety. We also offer a wide range of academic and vocational subjects to allow our young people to learn and develop during their stay, along with a variety of recreational facilities including a seven aside football pitch, gymnasium, fitness suite and a swimming pool.

Upholding the rights of young people, advocating on their behaves and ensuring they are provided the opportunity to grow and develop is at the forefront of our approach to education. Our young people receive a high standard of care and support from a team of experienced and qualified individuals across various disciplines, all committed to working collaboratively and in partnership to #KeepThePromise.

St. Mary’s Kenmure is in the North of Glasgow in Bishopbriggs. It is commutable distance from Glasgow, Edinburgh and Stirling. So, if you have relevant experience and you want to join a team of professional and caring people, we would love to hear from you.

Please download and complete the attached application form and return it to [e-mail] or by mail to Christine Alexander, St Mary’s Kenmure, St Mary's Road, Bishopbriggs, Glasgow, G64 2EH.

The closing date for applications is 10 August 2025.