Receptionist / Clerical Assistant (Temporary) (MOR11505)

Job Description

To provide a range of reception services and clerical duties including cashier and duties for the Sports & Leisure Services Division.

To represent Sport & Culture Service and The Moray Council in ensuring a high quality service is provided, whilst maintaining good operational procedures and relationships between the service and members of the public.

Responsibilities

Dealing initially with users entering the Centre and providing information

Receiving bookings and dealing with enquiries

Receiving fees for admission to the swimming pool and associated facilities

Reconciling receipts, returns and securing monies taken at Reception

Maintaining stock control records

Ensure a high standard of customer care in respect of all users of services

Ensuring that all financial and administration procedures of the Council are complied with.

The Individual

Experience of working in a busy reception environment using relevant technology e.g. photocopier, E-mail, Intra/Internet.

Clerical / administration / typing experience.

Experience of handling cash / cheques / card transactions.

4 SQA Standard grades or equivalent at Level 3 or above, including English.

Ability to organise and manage own workload.

Ability to use initiative when required.

Self-confidence.

Strong customer care skills and focus.

Effective interpersonal skills.

Ability to work to deadlines.

Ability to identify priorities and plan work.

Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office / ICT skills.

Effective organisational skills / time management with the ability to respond to conflicting and competing demands.

Ability to communicate effectively in written and verbal forms.

Willingness to accept direction / delegation.

Ability to deal sensitively with customers.

Flexibility to meet the needs and demands of the service.

 

Temporary Post until 31 December 2026 (Maternity Cover)

 

Closing Date: 24 March 2026

Starting Salary: £25,994 (pro rata)

£13.79 per hour

12 hours per week

For further information, contact Kathryn Reid – 01542 832841 / buckie.cc@moray.gov.uk