Administrative Assistant, Kirkhill Primary School, 492.88 - WEL09192

West Lothian Council; Broxburn; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Kirkhill Primary School, part of the Broxburn Academy Cluster, seeks an Administrative Assistant to support administrative processes. The role involves providing information to senior staff and managing enquiries. Candidates must undergo a Disclosure Scotland check for working with children.

Qualifications

• Experience in administrative roles is preferred.
• Ability to provide accurate information and support to senior staff.
• Understanding of finance and pupil information systems.

Responsibilities

• Ensure efficient support in all administrative processes within the school.
• Assist senior staff with accurate, up-to-date information.
• Deliver first-line enquiry service to all school contacts.

Skills

Communication

Organizational Skills

Attention to Detail

Education

Relevant administrative qualification

Job description

Job Advert

We are keen to employ a diverse workforce that reflects the people of Scotland. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and particularly from groups currently under-represented, including people with disabilities, those from minority ethnic communities, or from socio-economically disadvantaged backgrounds.

Kirkhill Primary School is a non-denominational school serving the community of Broxburn. It is part of the Broxburn Academy Cluster. The school roll is currently 248, organised into 11 classes.

The school senior leadership team comprises the Head Teacher, Depute Head Teacher, and a Principal Teacher. The school office is staffed by an administration assistant.

Our mission statement supports our approach to developing the four capacities within Curriculum for Excellence and to supporting every learner in their wellbeing and development. We strive to ensure that our children receive an excellent education. We encourage children to find pleasure in learning and playing together, and to understand, respect, and value the different cultures and backgrounds that enrich our school and its community.

Kirkhill Primary School is well supported by our parents. Parents work in close partnership with the school and provide support in identifying areas for improvement. There are supportive partnerships with local community groups.

The Administrative Assistant role is to ensure efficient support in the operation of all administrative processes within the school. The role involves assisting senior staff by providing accurate, up-to-date information in various key areas including finance and pupil information, and delivering first-line enquiry service to all internal and external school contacts.

This post is subject to a Disclosure Scotland check for working with children.

For further information, please contact Kirsty McLaren, Headteacher, via email: [e-mail].

This post is considered Regulated Work with Vulnerable Children and/or Protected Adults under the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (Scotland) Act 2007. Preferred candidates will be required to join the PVG Scheme or undergo a PVG Scheme update check prior to a formal offer of employment being made by West Lothian Council.