Office Support Assistant

Job DescriptionESSENTIALEvidence of competency in literacy and numeracy skills such as aminimum of three standard gradeslevel 3 passesor above to include Mathematics and English or equivalent.
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.Demonstrable competency in keyboard and clerical skills; SVQ 2 or equivalent is an acceptable alternative.Experience in a similar office environment, with a working knowledge of modern office equipment would be desirable.
Closing Date - Thursday 5th DecemberInterview Date - Week Beginning 9th DecemberRequirementsPosition Title: Office Support AssistantDirectorate: Children, Young People and PartnershipsLocation: Lasswade High SchoolContract Status: Fixed Term until 26/06/Hours of Work: 36 hours per weekWorking Pattern: Monday-Thursday 8-4.15pm (30 min unpaid break) Fri 8-1pmWeeks per year: 39Please note that it is Midlothian Councils policy that successful applicants will be appointed to the first point on the salary scale.Based on 36 hours over 39 weeks per year, the minimum actual salary for this position is £22,.32 per annum.
ResponsibilitiesThis post is considered Regulated Work with Children under the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (Scotland) Act, .
Therefore, it is an offence to apply if you are barred from working with children.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.
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