Senior Clerical Assistant

Job Description

To provide a clerical and administrative service within the school.

Responsibilities

• Organising daily staff cover and supply cover for staff absence.
• Responsible for recording information in SEEMIS computer system.
• Word processing of documentation.
• Cash handling and banking as required.
• Assisting with staff supervision.
• Undertaking general clerical duties including reception.

The Individual

Experience of working in a busy office environment using relevant technology and equipment eg photocopier, email, intra/internet.

• Significant experience in clerical work including figure work and typing.
• Experience of handling cash.
• Four SQA Standard Grades or equivalent (at level 3 or above) including English and Maths.
• A qualification in office administration/secretarial subjects.
• Experience of a range of software applications eg SEEMIS, Microsoft applications.
• Demonstrate an understanding of key skills in organising oneself   i.e. ability to prioritise and work to deadlines.
• Effective communication skills, both oral and written.
• Self confidence.
• Self motivated.
• Excellent typing/word processing skills.
• Accuracy and attention to detail.
• Ability to work on own initiative as well as part of an effective team. 
• Well developed interpersonal skills.
• Flexibility and ability to adapt to changing demands and situations.
• Appreciation, acceptance and commitment to the importance of confidentiality.
• Willingness to accept direction/ delegation.
• Ability to work in a shared office.
• Flexibility to meet the needs and demands of the service.

Closing Date:  02 June 2023
Starting Salary: £22,544 (pro rata)
£11.96 per hour
36.25 hours per week (47 week contract, i.e. term time working plus balance of days to be worked during school holiday periods)

For further information contact: Alison Miller, School Support Co-ordinator, Keith Grammar, 01542 882461, admin.keithgrammar@moray-edunet.gov.uk