Clerical Assistant

Fife Council; Methil; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 27,000; Part time

Job summary

Fife Council seeks a Clerical Assistant to provide front line clerical support in a primary school, acting as the main contact for staff and visitors. The role supports changes in procedures and IT systems and ensures the school office runs smoothly on a day-to-day basis under supervision.

The position requires PVG scheme membership and at least SCQF level 4 qualifications including English and Maths. It is a part-time, on-site post with a pro rata salary.

Qualifications

• Minimum of SCQF level 4 qualifications including English and Maths.
• PVG scheme membership required before appointment.
• Disability Confident employer scheme participation.

Responsibilities

• Provide front line clerical support in a Primary School.
• Act as focal point for staff and visitors.
• Assist with changes in procedures and IT systems and ensure day-to-day running of the school office.

Skills

English

Maths

Education

SCQF level 4 qualifications including English & Maths

Job description

We are looking for a highly skilled Clerical Assistant to provide front line clerical support in a Primary School, acting as the focal point for staff and visitors. The postholder will be responsible for responding to changes in procedures and IT systems and for ensuring the effective day-to-day running of the school office. As a Clerical Assistant, you will work under the direction and supervision of the Headteacher or Admin Assistant/Coordinator.

A link to the role profile is included below, where you will find more information about the role, with specific reference to essential and desirable criteria for applicants. Qualification, Registration and Skill Requirements.

The PersonYou are required to have a minimum of 4 qualifications at SCQF level 4, including English and Maths (e.g. National 4, Standard Grades at General Level or O grades).Before confirming your appointment, you will be required to obtain Protection of Vulnerable Groups (PVG) scheme membership through Disclosure Scotland and become a member of the relevant PVG scheme.

Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme

Clerical Assistant

Company: Fife Council Salary: £25,604 to £26,786 a year, pro rata Hours: Part-time Location: Methil Working pattern: On-site Job type: Temporary Posting date: 9 Nov 2026 Closing date: 15 Nov 2026

Summary

Job Details

We are looking for a highly skilled Clerical Assistant to provide front line clerical support in a Primary School, acting as the focal point for staff and visitors. The postholder will be responsible for responding to changes in procedures and IT systems and for ensuring the effective day-to-day running of the school office. As a Clerical Assistant, you will work under the direction and supervision of the Headteacher or Admin Assistant/Coordinator.

A link to the role profile is included below, where you will find more information about the role, with specific reference to essential and desirable criteria for applicants. Qualification, Registration and Skill Requirements.

Essential requirements

The PersonYou are required to have a minimum of 4 qualifications at SCQF level 4, including English and Maths (e.g. National 4, Standard Grades at General Level or O grades).Before confirming your appointment, you will be required to obtain Protection of Vulnerable Groups (PVG) scheme membership through Disclosure Scotland and become a member of the relevant PVG scheme.

Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme

About Disability Confident Disability Confident is a government scheme. It encourages employers to recruit and retain disabled people and those with long term health conditions.