At a Glance
- Tasks: Manage administrative tasks and support a dynamic team in a busy environment.
- Company: Join Midlothian Council, committed to transforming local services.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, professional development, and a supportive work culture.
- Other info: Guaranteed interview for eligible candidates; join us in shaping the future of local services.
- Why this job: Make a difference in the community while developing your career in administration.
- Qualifications: HNC or SVQ3 in business administration and strong Microsoft Office skills required.
The predicted salary is between 24000 - 28000 £ per year.
Essential:
- Educated to HNC or SVQ3 level in business administration or related subject and/or extensive experience working in an administrative role, managing a team, scheduling/monitoring work.
- Competency in literacy and numeracy skills, such as an education to Higher standard including passes in Mathematics and English, or equivalent.
Experience:
- Skilled in the use of Microsoft Office suite, Word, Excel, Outlook.
- Knowledge of and experience in using databases.
- Considerable previous office experience, preferably in an educational or social care environment, demonstrating supervisory, organisation, budgetary and communication skills.
- Experience of managing a busy office environment and supervising staff.
- Ability to prioritise and organise a range of tasks.
- Effective written and verbal communication skills.
- Customer Service and/or reception experience.
- Previous financial operational and/or budget management experience.
Desirable:
- Previous experience in developing and implementing new ways of working including implementing new systems and procedures utilising new technology.
CLOSING DATE - 25th June 2026
INTERVIEW DATE - week beginning 6th July 2026
Successful candidates will require PVG Scheme membership for Regulated Work with Children. You will be required to join the Scheme or undergo a PVG Scheme Update check prior to commencing employment with Midlothian Council, the cost of which will be met by you.
If you have difficulty applying for this post or accessing attached documents, or if you have a disability and reasonable adjustment is required, please email recruitment@midlothian.gov.uk to discuss with a member of the Recruitment Team stating the post reference number.
Midlothian Council is currently undergoing a period of transformation, changing and improving the way it delivers services in Midlothian. As a consequence, there are a number of existing employees for whom we are committed to seeking suitable alternative employment within the Council in accordance with our legal obligations. Candidates are advised that, for some vacancies, internal candidates in this situation will be interviewed before the wider selection pool and a slightly longer delay may be experienced before application outcomes can be advised to you.
If you are a trainee of a Midlothian Council Training Programme, have a disability or you are a care experienced young person who has previously been a looked after child, you are eligible for a guaranteed interview if you meet the essential criteria for the post.
Locations
Administrative Officer - Hawthorn Family Learning Centre - MID07568 in Dalkeith, Midlothian employer: Midlothian Council
Midlothian Council is an excellent employer, offering a supportive work culture that prioritises employee development and community impact. As part of a transformative organisation, you will have the opportunity to contribute to meaningful change while enjoying benefits such as competitive pay, professional growth opportunities, and a commitment to inclusivity, making it an ideal workplace for those passionate about education and social care.
