Clerical Assistant

Job DescriptionThis role involves helping to support pupils getting to school and encourage regular attendance.To provide an efficient and effective reception and clerical support service within the school.ResponsibilitiesTo provide a general reception service to members of the public and visitors to the school.General clerical duties.Typing/word processing.Book keeping as required.Other duties.
The IndividualExperience of working in a busy office environment using relevant technology and equipment e.g.
photocopier, E-mail, Intra/InternetSignificant clerical/administration/typing experience, including production of letter/report, filing, cash handling and dealing with the publicExperience of using a range of computer packages including Microsoft Office, Excel, Access, Phoenix, Publisher, Seemis4 SQA standard grades or equivalent (at level 3 or above, including English and Mathematics/Arithmetic*)Advanced keyboard qualification (RSA II in typing, audio typing, word processing)/ ECDL/Clait* (or equivalent working knowledge of Microsoft software packages)Ability to use initiative when requiredFlexible in approach and open to different ways of workingSelf-confidence and self-motivatedEffective communication skills: oral and writtenExcellent interpersonal skillsAbility to record information accuratelyStrong customer care skills and focusAbility to work on own and as part of a teamSound knowledge of software packages e.g.
Microsoft OfficeAbility to demonstrate a high standard of numeracy and literacyEffective organisational skills/time management with the ability to respond to conflicting and competing demandsAbility to prioritise workload, in accordance with objectives and targetsAbility to relate well with all levels of staffWillingness to accept direction/delegationAppreciation, acceptance of and commitment to importance of confidentialityAbility to work in a shared officeFlexibility to meet the needs and demands of the service.Ability to work in different offices dependent on the service Temporary appointment until 27 June Re-advert of MOR - previous applicants need not reapplyClosing Date: 6 December Starting Salary: £24,.10 (pro rata)£13.26 per hour22.5 hours per week (term time only)For further information contact: Elgin Academy, telephone , email