Clerical Assistant

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Bo’ness Academy is a busy secondary school, and we are looking for an enthusiastic and well-organised

Clerical Assistant to join our school office team. The successful candidate will provide front-line support for

pupils, parents, staff, and visitors, ensuring a welcoming and professional reception service.

Key duties will include:

• Reception and switchboard duties
• Supporting pupil and parent enquiries
• General administrative and clerical tasks
• Updating and maintaining school systems, including the school website
• Data entry and data management in line with GDPR requirements
• Supporting school communication processes
• Other office duties as required to support the smooth running of the school

The ideal candidate will have:

• Strong organisational skills and the ability to work to deadlines
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Competence with ICT systems, including Microsoft Office
• Attention to detail and accuracy in administrative tasks
• The ability to work well within a busy team environment
• Experience working in a school or similar environment (desirable)

You will work 21 hours per week, term-time plus 2 additional weeks, contracted for a total of 41 weeks per year. Working Week: Monday – Friday (Mon, Wed & Fri 9:30-13:30/Tue & Thu 9:30-14:00). The

Salary quoted is for a full-time post; your salary will be pro-rata.

If you are the successful candidate, you will be required to gain/maintain PVG scheme membership, the cost of which will be met by the preferred candidate.