At a Glance
- Tasks: Support administration, reception, and procurement in a vibrant school environment.
- Company: Balerno Community High School, a diverse and inclusive educational institution.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, flexible working hours, and professional development opportunities.
- Other info: Commitment to diversity and inclusion; guaranteed interview for eligible candidates.
- Why this job: Join a supportive team and make a positive impact on students' lives.
- Qualifications: Strong communication skills and a passion for helping others.
The predicted salary is between 26806 - 31200 £ per year.
Balerno High School is a fully comprehensive, non-denominational high school situated in the southwest of Edinburgh. We are proud to be a school community built on strong relationships and a commitment to success. Our school values promote excellence and resilience; and we provide a learning and teaching environment built on respect, honesty and inclusion, which reflects our Gold Rights Respecting Schools accreditation.
We are seeking a motivated, skilled and enthusiastic person to join our Business Support team. The ideal candidate for this role will support general administration, reprographic duties, reception, and procurement.
The successful candidate will have excellent communication skills and will deliver a high level of support to the senior leadership team, teaching colleagues, our young people, and visitors to the school.
The successful candidate is expected to undertake First aid at work training.
This post is regulated work with children and/or protected adults under the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (Scotland) Act 2007. The preferred candidate will be required to join the PVG Scheme or undergo a PVG Scheme update check. Where an individual has spent a continuous period of 3 months or more out with the UK in the last 5 years, an Overseas Criminal Record Check will be required. You will be required to provide this check. An unconditional offer of employment and commencement in the post will be subject to the outcome of both these pre-employment checks being deemed satisfactory.
We are committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce where everyone feels valued and able to be their best. We particularly encourage applications from women for senior roles, as well as people from minority ethnic backgrounds, people with disabilities or neurodivergent people, care experienced people, carers and LGBT+ people across all levels of the organisation, all of whom are currently underrepresented. All applicants will be considered fairly based on skills and experience. Disabled and care-experienced applicants who meet the minimum job criteria will be guaranteed an interview.
As part of our goal to improve organisational culture and create a great place to work together for the people of Edinburgh, we want to make sure we’re recruiting the best people. We’re interested not only in your skills and experience but also in your approach to work. Therefore, part of our interview process will be an assessment of how you would bring Our Behaviours of Respect, Integrity and Flexibility into your ways of working.
Our salary range typically reflects the initial starting salary and annually increases until it reaches the top of the range.
Happy to talk flexible working.
Clerical Assistant - Balerno Community High School - 15836_1785146991 employer: CITY OF EDINBURGH COUNCIL
The City of Edinburgh Council is an exceptional employer, dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment where every employee feels valued and empowered. With a strong commitment to employee growth, we offer flexible working options and a supportive culture that prioritises respect, integrity, and flexibility, making it an ideal place for those seeking meaningful and rewarding employment in the heart of Edinburgh.
