Clerical Assistant

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*APPLICATIONS FROM FALKIRK COUNCIL EMPLOYEES ONLY*

Whitecross Primary School is a non-denominational primary school, which is situated in the rural village of Whitecross approximately 6 miles from Falkirk. The school provides education from nursery to primary 7.

The school provides a range of informal learning activities at the after-school clubs.

Our vision is to develop confident, resilient and ambitious individuals who aspire to be the best they can be in an ever-changing society. We will do this by promoting caring and trusted relationships, a nurturing, safe and inclusive environment, and motivating, engaging and varied learning.

Our school values are included, safe, kind and respected.  Our aims are for our children to become confident individuals, successful learners, effective contributors and responsible citizens. We are a Rights Respecting School and our Children’s Rights are at the heart of the provision we provide.

We are seeking a nurturing, enthusiastic and highly organised Clerical Assistant to join our school and nursery team. We are seeking a team member who can deal with the day to day running of our school and nursery.  We require someone who can multitask effectively and remain calm under pressure.

The successful candidate will:

• Have a good standard of education, with strong literacy and numeracy skills.
• Demonstrate excellent communication and interpersonal skills with pupils, staff, parents and external agencies.
• Be confident using IT systems, including Microsoft Word, Excel and email.
• Have experience in cash handling and banking procedures.
• Be able to work independently, use their initiative and respond well to direction from Senior Managers.
• Demonstrate the resilience, flexibility and organisation needed to manage enquiries, competing priorities and frequent interruptions in our school office.
• Maintain professionalism and accuracy while supporting a diverse school community spanning Nursery to P7.

Hours:
You will work 20 hours on a term time basis. Your working days will be Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday from 08.30hrs to 13.30hrs.

Interview Information:
Interviews will take place on 29^th April 2026 at Whitecross Primary School.

Pre‑employment Requirements:
If you are the successful candidate, you will be required to gain or maintain PVG Scheme membership, the cost of which will be met by the preferred candidate.