Administrative Officer, Linlithgow Academy, 508.53

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36 hours per week, 41 weeks per year, Permanent

We are keen to employ a diverse workforce that reflects the people of Scotland. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and particularly from groups currently under-represented, including people with disabilities, those from minority ethnic communities or from socio-economically disadvantaged backgrounds.

West Lothian Council are committed to far reaching changes to the way we deliver our Education Services. These changes include giving you the support and environment that you need to get on with your job and develop your abilities. Our dedication is demonstrated by the whole council achievement of the Investors in People Standard and always aiming a little higher in our service delivery and improvements.

Linlithgow Academy is a six-year comprehensive school offering students in the Linlithgow Area a progressive, relevant, challenging and enjoyable curriculum with opportunities for personalisation and choice. We strive to ensure that students have the highest quality learning experiences.

We offer the full range of National Qualifications found in a modern Scottish secondary school. We aim to provide experiences that result in a creative and enterprising attitude in our students, to develop young people with a sense of pride and ambition to contribute positively to the local, national and international community.

Linlithgow Academy offers the opportunity for all students to succeed. The excellent facilities available, allied to commitment of our staff, allow us to offer all of our students the highest possible standard of education in a safe, caring and stimulating environment - an environment in which all members of the school community are valued and their achievements recognised.  

Linlithgow Academy recognises that the curriculum is not only ‘what’ students learn but also ‘how’ they learn.  We place an emphasis on the student experience and seek flexibility to ensure that students achieve success in examinations and through personal achievement pathways.  Our mission statement “Together we Thrive”, underpins our collaborative approach to improvement where every voice is important and valued. The school values – kindness, curiosity, perseverance and fairness - underpin all decision making in the daily life of the school.

This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a motivated school community.  The Administrative Officer role will have a clear focus on delivering high-quality administrative support within Linlithgow Academy.  The successful candidate will manage and co-ordinate all financial functions and administrative operations, following West Lothian Council policies and procedures, to ensure the effective day to day running of the school and working closely in partnership with staff, parents and learners.

You must have experience of working within an office environment and good IT skills are essential. Experience of using SEEMIS Click and Go and the ability to use Word and Excel to an advanced level are desirable.  You should be able to work as part of a team and enjoy a variety of tasks within your remit.

This post is considered Regulated Work with Vulnerable Children and/or Protected Adults, under the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (Scotland) Act 2007. Preferred candidates will be required to join the PVG Scheme or undergo a PVG Scheme update check prior to a formal offer of employment being made by West Lothian Council.

For further information please contact Margo Brewster, Area Business Support Manager e-mail: margo.brewster@westlothian.org.uk