Clerical/Admin Assistant (Term-Time)

West Dunbartonshire Council; Inverness; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

A local authority in Scotland is seeking an enthusiastic Clerical/Administrative Assistant to support the operations of Balloch Primary School. The role offers a salary of £23,942.69 - £25,420.86 per year pro rata for a full-time term-time position. Key responsibilities include providing effective clerical support and excellent communication skills, while benefiting from a supportive working environment, flexible arrangements, and access to a local government pension scheme.

Benefits

Access to Local Government Pension Scheme

Minimum of 25 days annual leave

Employee wellbeing support

Qualifications

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office is a must.
• Excellent organisational and communication skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• You will deliver clerical and administrative support to the operations of Balloch Primary School.
• You will report directly to the Head Teacher.

Skills

Microsoft Office proficiency

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Job description

Salary: £23,942.69 - £25,420.86 per year pro rata

Contract Type: Permanent

Position Type: Full Time

Hours: 35 hours per week

Job Description

PAY AWARD PENDING.

This is a term-time post and the salary will be be pro-rata to the number of hours worked.

We are seeking an enthusiastic and organised Clerical/Administrative Assistant to join our friendly team.

Reporting directly to the Head Teacher, you will be responsible for delivering an effective and efficient clerical and administrative service supporting the operations of Balloch Primary School.

This is a term-time position offering a great opportunity to work in a supportive environment.

Applicants should be proficient in Microsoft Office and possess excellent organisational and communication skills.

Interview Date: Friday 22nd August 2025 (AM).

Requirements

This role is considered a Regulated Role under the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (Scotland) Act 2020, requiring membership with the PVG scheme. Further details can be found here.

Preferred candidates will need to join the PVG scheme or undergo an update check before a formal offer is made.

Responsibilities

The employment for this role is excepted from the provisions of section 4(2) of the Rehabilitation of Offenders (Exceptions) Order 1975.

Applicants are required to disclose all convictions, including spent ones, as failure to do so could lead to dismissal or disciplinary action.

The Individual

West Dunbartonshire Council is recognized as a top employer offering flexible working arrangements to support work-life balance. Benefits include:

• Access to the Local Government pension scheme (LGPS) with a contribution of at least 19.3%
• A minimum of 25 days annual leave, increasing to 35 days, plus 8 public holidays
• Employee wellbeing support, including occupational health and counselling

We encourage you to apply and tell us about your experience and why you are suitable for this role.

For more about West Dunbartonshire Council, visit this link. Additional benefits information can be found here.