Personal Assistant - MID06814

Midlothian Council; Dalkeith; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Midlothian Council is seeking a Personal Assistant to provide essential administrative support. The role requires strong organizational skills and relevant qualifications. The successful candidate will work 36 hours per week at Midlothian House, Dalkeith, with a minimum salary of £30,243.43 per annum.

Qualifications

• Minimum qualification of HNC/SVQ3 level in relevant fields.
• Knowledge of administrative skills and minute taking required.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative support as a Personal Assistant.
• Ensure compliance with security standards and policies.

Skills

Word Processing

Spreadsheets

Keyboard Skills

Minute Taking

Administrative Skills

Education

HNC/SVQ3 in Business Studies

Office Management

Administration

Job description

Job Vacancy

KNOWLEDGE

The jobholder requires a minimum qualification of HNC/SVQ3 level in Business Studies, Office Management, Administration, or an acceptable equivalent qualification or relevant experience. Knowledge of word processing, spreadsheets, keyboard skills, minute taking at multi-agency level, and administrative skills are essential.

CLOSING DATE: Monday 2nd June 2025

INTERVIEW DATE: Wednesday 11th June 2025

Job Details

Position Title: Personal Assistant

Location: Midlothian House, Dalkeith

Contract Status: Permanent

Hours of Work: 36 hours per week

Working Pattern: Standard

Weeks per year: 52

Applicants will be appointed to the first point on the salary scale, in accordance with Midlothian Council policy.

The minimum actual salary for this position, based on 36 hours over 52 weeks, is £30,243.43 per annum.

Security Standard: Compliance with the Cabinet Office PSN (Public Sector Network) Code of Connection requires a baseline personal security standard, including a disclosure check. The fee for this check will be paid by the applicant.

Additional Information

If you have difficulty applying or accessing documents, or require reasonable adjustments due to a disability, please call 0131 271 3063 and speak to the Recruitment Team, referencing the post number.

Midlothian Council is undergoing transformation to improve service delivery. Existing employees may be considered for suitable alternative employment, and internal candidates may be prioritized for some vacancies, which could result in a longer application process.

If you are a trainee on a Midlothian Council Training Programme, have a disability, or are a care-experienced young person previously in care, you are eligible for a guaranteed interview if you meet the essential criteria.