Clerical Assistant

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As a clerical assistant, you will be based within a school providing clerical support to the team. You will perform a range of clerical duties including: word processing and document production; data input into electronic systems; reception and access control duties; cash handling; supporting the ordering and procurement of supplies; dealing with mail, telephone and email enquiries; and general clerical support.

You will receive training in your duties and the systems you will use, provided on site by your line manager. You will be expected to work using your own initiative and also as part of a team supporting the Management Team within the school.

Essential experience and skills:

• Experience of working in a clerical role within an office environment.
• Knowledge of common IT systems including databases and Microsoft Office.
• Effective customer service, organisational and time management skills.

Desirable but not essential:

• Knowledge of SEEMIS, PECOS and Microsoft Outlook.
• An SVQ Level 2 in Business Administration (or equivalent) or Customer Service Professional Award.
• Experience of working with different agencies and use of purchasing systems.

If successful, you will be required to become a PVG Scheme Member. For information about the Protection of Vulnerable Groups Scheme, please visit www.disclosurescotland.co.uk.

Employment details

• Seniority level: Entry level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Administrative
• Industries: Administrative and Support Services

Notes

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