Clerical Assistant

Job Description

Clerical Assistant (7/01580)

St Joseph’s College

£22,308.67 - £22,422.85

You will be required to work 36 hours per week, 39 weeks per year.

 

The main tasks in the post are:

 

Working in the Office you will undertake general administrative duties associated with the day to day running of the office from reception duties with members of the public and students etc. to cash handling again from both members of the public and students. There is also a requirement for the daily running of the General Budget and purchasing of goods and services for the school.

 

You should be motivated, enthusiastic and able to work as part of a team with a strong community spirit. In addition, you should enjoy working with young people and be able to communicate with them in a pleasant, cooperative and diplomatic manner. Understanding the importance of confidentiality within the role is also vital. Knowledge of working in a Library environment and of IT is desirable although training will be provided to ensure competence in this area.

 

This post is considered as Regulated Work with Vulnerable Children, under the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (Scotland) Act 2007.  From 28 February 2011, preferred candidates will be required to join the PVG Scheme or undergo a PVG scheme update check prior to formal offer of employment being made by Dumfries and Galloway Council.

 

Applicants who have been resident outside the UK within the last 5 years, if offered a position, in addition to a Disclosure Scotland Check, will be required to provide a completed police record check from the police authority in the country or countries in which they were resident.

 

With an exciting benefits package, working for Dumfries and Galloway Council supports you to invest in your own health and wellbeing.  Employees have access to our bespoke Vivup platform with over 800 discounts on everyday essentials from top UK retailers, restaurants, utility providers and more.  Employees also get access to membership of The Local Government Pension Scheme (Scotland) exclusive discounts from local businesses, a Cycle-to-Work scheme, financial support from My Money Matters, and guidance from our trained Wellbeing Champions.

Here at Dumfries and Galloway Council we are committed to equality, diversity and equal opportunity with our values, which include treating everyone with dignity, fairness and respect, driving us to tackle inequality. We are looking for people that can bring different perspectives and experiences and especially welcome applications from those who are underrepresented in our organisation.

 

For further information please contact:

 

 Mrs E Jones Tel: 01387 252893

 Head Teacher