Job Description To ensure the effective administrative functioning within the school and to develop and implement administrative policies and procedures within the school. Responsibilities Assist the Head Teacher and Senior Management Team in introducing, maintaining and reviewing administrative policies and procedures within the school. Provide appropriate financial information and administrative advice for the Head Teacher and the Senior Management Team within the school. Ensure the effective management and maintenance of the Seemis Management System within the school. Manage all general clerical and administrative functions within the school. Adopt procedures to ensure a safe working environment. Participate in the Council's Employee Review and Development Programme. The Individual Experience in administrative and clerical work including financial management systems, composing letters/reports, record keeping, filing and dealing with the public Recognised typing / word processing qualification (eg typing RSA stages 11 or SCOTVEC Text Processing Certificates). Experience of Microsoft Office including software packages such as Excel, Access). High level of accuracy in work Ability to prioritise workload Ability to use initiative in day to day tasks Ability to participate as a team member Self confidence Self motivated Strong customer care skills and focus Effective organisational skills including time management Appreciation and acceptance of, and commitment to the importance of confidentiality Good knowledge of software packages – e.g. Microsoft Office / XP / Frontpage Ability to demonstrate a high standard of numeracy and literacy skills Flexibility and adaptability Willingness to accept direction/delegation Understanding of and ability to demonstrate key inter-personal skills, both on the telephone and face to face Approachability and willingness to help Discretion Flexibility to meet the needs and demands of the service Long term temporary for up to 23 months Closing Date: 28 February 2025 Starting Salary: £27,426.75 (pro rata) £14.55 per hour 15.75 hours per week - (47 week contract, i.e. term time working plus balance of days to be worked during school holiday periods. Working pattern - Wednesday pm, Thursday & Friday) For further information contact: Head Teacher, West End Primary School, telephone 01343 543161, email admin.elginwestpmoray-edunet.gov.uk