Senior Support Assistant - MID07726
Location: Dalkeith, Midlothian
Salary: £29,191-30,187 per year
Contract Type: Permanent
Hours: Full-time
Posted: 7 hours ago
Job Description
Evidence of competency in literacy and numeracy skills such as a minimum of three standard grades level 3 passes or above to include Mathematics and English or equivalent is essential. (SVQ 2 or equivalent is an acceptable alternative). Some practical experience or demonstration of competency in the use of word processing and standard PC software packages is also essential.
Experience:
- Reception experience is desirable.
- Awareness of the work undertaken by Justice Services
- Demonstrable competency in keyboard and clerical skills are also required; SVQ 2 or equivalent is an acceptable alternative.
- Experience in a similar office environment, with a working knowledge of modern office equipment is desirable.
To be competent in the role the Jobholder must have good interpersonal skills and knowledge of the various systems and software including Microsoft packages. S/he must also have previous experience of working to strict deadlines, co-ordinating and completing multiple tasks.
Important Dates
- Closing Date: Wednesday 7th October 2026
- Interview Dates: Tuesday 20th & Wednesday 21st October 2026
Job Details
- Position Title: Senior Support Assistant
- Directorate: Children, Young People & Partnerships
- Location: 11 St Andrew Street
- Contract Status: Permanent
- Hours of Work: 36 hours per week
- Weeks per Year: 52
Please note that it is Midlothian Council's policy that successful applicants will be appointed to the first point on the salary scale.
Based on 36 hours over 52 weeks per year, the minimum actual salary for this position is £29,181.58 per annum.
Requirements
This role requires Level 1 Disclosure Clearance. The fee for this Disclosure check will be met by you and receipt of the subsequent certificate will be required prior to commencement.
Once you have submitted your application and this has been processed, you will be notified by email from Disclosure Scotland that your certificate is available to view. After viewing, you may share this with your employer. The certificate is only available for 14 days from the first day you view it. If you do not grant access before it is removed, a new application will be necessary, incurring additional costs.
If you have spent more than 3 months working or living outside the UK in the last 5 years, you will also be required to present a copy of an overseas criminal record check. Details for applying can be found on the website.
Additional Information
If you have difficulty applying or accessing documents, or if you require reasonable adjustments due to a disability, please email recruitment@midlothian.gov.uk and include the post reference number.
Midlothian Council is undergoing a period of transformation to improve service delivery. Some existing employees will be offered suitable alternative employment within the Council. Internal candidates in such situations may be interviewed before the wider pool, possibly causing a slight delay in application outcomes. Thank you for your patience.
If you are a trainee in a Midlothian Council Training Programme, have a disability, or are a care-experienced young person who was previously a looked-after child, you are eligible for a guaranteed interview if you meet the essential criteria.
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