This job posting is for an Administrative Assistant position at Stronsay Junior High School. The role requires 17.5 hours per week providing administrative support such as maintaining records, answering calls, and other day-to-day tasks. Previous experience in administration, customer service, Microsoft Office, and basic financial systems is required. Applicants must have a minimum of an SVQ Level 3 qualification in administration or 2 years of relevant experience. The position requires interacting positively with students and staff in a busy school environment.

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Stronsay Junior High School
Administrative Assistant (Ref: ORK04025)
17.5 hours per week
Permanent
£19,772 - £20,812 pro rata (including Distant Islands Allowance)
We require an Administrative Assistant to join our school team to provide all aspects
of administrative support for Stronsay Junior High School.
Previous experience in general administrative, customer-facing reception duties,
Microsoft Office packages and basic financial systems is essential. Duties will
include maintaining records and databases, answering calls from the public, and all
other admin requirements on a day-to-day basis within this varied but demanding
environment.
You will have a good general standard of education, including literacy and numeracy,
and also hold a minimum of SVQ Level 3 or equivalent SCQF level 6 qualification in
an administration related subject OR, where the essential qualification is not held, a
minimum of 2 years’ experience in an administrative/clerical role is required.
A positive and enthusiastic team player is required who enjoys interacting with
children and adults in a busy environment.
This post is subject to membership of the Protecting Vulnerable Groups (PVG)
Scheme in respect of regulated work with children.
Prospective applicants are encouraged to discuss the post by contacting Andrew
King, Head Teacher, tel; 01857 616246 or email:
andrew.king@glow.orkneyschools.org.uk
Further information is available from, and online applications can be made
through www.myjobscotland.gov.uk/orkney
Closing date: Sunday 22 March 2020
Please note that interview expenses are not payable for this post.