Senior Business Support Assistant - Windygoul Primary School - EAL11316

eastlothian.gov.uk; Tranent; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 26,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading educational institution is seeking a part-time administrative support staff member. The role involves clerical and reception duties, providing essential support within well-defined regulations. Candidates must have relevant qualifications and be prepared to undergo PVG membership checks. This position offers a flexible schedule during school term times, making it ideal for those looking for part-time work.

Qualifications

• Educated to ‘Higher’ level or equivalent experience.
• PVG Membership required for working with vulnerable groups.

Responsibilities

• Providing administrative, clerical, reception, and information support.
• Working during school term time plus in-service days.

Skills

Administrative Support

Clerical Skills

Reception Skills

Information Support

Education

Higher Level, NC, or SVQ Level 2 in English

Job description

Location: Windygoul Primary School Brotherstone Way Tranent, EH33 2QF

Salary: £23,651 - £25,147 per year pro rata

Contract Type: Permanent

Position Type: Part Time

Hours: 29 hours per week

Vacancy Information

The salary advertised is for a full-time position (35 hours per week, 52 weeks per year). The part-time hours / sessional posts will be pro-rated accordingly.

Hourly rate of pay: £12.96 - £13.78
This is a 39-week sessional post, meaning working hours will be during school term time plus in-service days.

Days and Hours of Work:
Monday - Thursday, 08:30-15:30
Friday, 08:30-11:30
To start as soon as possible.

Responsibilities include providing administrative, clerical, reception, and information support to the school through various tasks carried out within well-defined regulations.

Please download the Job Outline/Person Specification (available under 'Job Attachments') for the full range of tasks and duties associated with this job. You will need to refer to these to complete the application form. Ensure you meet every 'essential' criterion stated on the Person Specification to be considered for interview.

The ‘East Lothian Way’ – our values and expected behaviors for employees. If invited to interview, you may be asked questions based on these behaviors. Please review the document via the provided link to familiarize yourself with them.

Job Requirements

Relevant Qualifications
Educated to ‘Higher’ level, NC, or SVQ level 2 in English, or demonstrate equivalent knowledge, skills, and competencies through relevant experience.

PVG Membership
This post is considered a Regulated Role involving vulnerable children and/or protected adults, as specified in the Disclosure (Scotland) Act 2020.

All preferred candidates for regulated work with these groups will need to become a PVG Scheme member or update their existing membership before a formal job offer is made by East Lothian Council.

Please note: PVG records are continuously updated. Any relevant information disclosed during vetting will be discussed and investigated before any formal offer.

Additional Note:
If you have spent more than 3 months working or living outside the UK in the last 5 years, you will need to present an overseas criminal record check. Details can be found on the GOV.UK website.

Application Process:
We do not accept CVs. All applications must be completed via the online form. If you are unable to complete the form due to a disability, contact us for a paper application via the provided contact details.