Office Supervisor (St Peter the Apostle High School)

West Dunbartonshire Council; Clydebank; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

West Dunbartonshire Council is seeking a school office manager to oversee office operations and staff management. The role requires strong leadership skills and the ability to handle employee relations, ensuring effective administration within the school. Benefits include generous leave and pension contributions.

Benefits

Access to Local Government Pension Scheme

Minimum of 25 days annual leave

Support for employee wellbeing

Qualifications

• Membership with the PVG scheme is essential.
• Experience in management and administration preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage and supervise school office staff.
• Coordinate administrative duties and liaise with partners on school issues.

Skills

Management

Employee Relations

Administrative Coordination

Job description

Job Description

This role provides the management and supervision required for the effective running of the school office. With direction and support from the Business Manager and Senior Leadership team, the post holder is responsible for the first line management of the office staff, including dealing with employee relations matters, and coordinating all administrative duties within the school.

The post also involves liaising with external and internal partners regarding school-related issues such as estate management, health & safety, and school lettings.

Requirements

This position is considered Regulated Work with Children under the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (Scotland) Act 2007, and membership with the PVG scheme is essential. Applicants will need to become members of the relevant PVG scheme or undergo a scheme update check before a formal offer is made.

Responsibilities

The employment is excepted from the provisions of section 4(2) of the Rehabilitation of Offenders (Exceptions) Order 1975. Applicants are not statutorily entitled to withhold information about convictions which are 'spent'. Failure to disclose such convictions could lead to dismissal or disciplinary action.

The Individual

West Dunbartonshire Council is recognized as a top ten flexible employer, offering benefits such as:

• Access to the Local Government Pension Scheme with an employer contribution of at least 19.3%
• A minimum of 25 days annual leave, increasing to 35 days, plus 8 public holidays
• Support for employee wellbeing, including occupational health and counselling services

We encourage you to apply and share your experience and why you are suitable for this role. For more information about working for West Dunbartonshire Council and its benefits, please visit the provided links.