Business Support Assistant

As part of the school team you will provide a wide range of clerical support and will be required to deal with pupils, staff and members of the public on a variety of matters.

• Assist the Primary School Administrator in providing efficient and effective clerical support to staff and pupils
• Share responsibility for production of a wide range of documents, using word processing, desktop publishing, spreadsheets and databases
• Ensure a high level of accuracy while updating and maintaining a variety of school records
• Share responsibility for a wide range of office duties including reception and ordering/paying for goods and services
• Assist with cash handling, banking and associated record keeping
• Provide support associated with the organization of meetings and school events
• Liaise with pupils, staff members, parents, other schools and external agencies
• Maintain a high level of service whilst undertaking general office duties such as photocopying, filing or faxing
• Undertake further training, personal development of First Aid Training as required
• Any other duties required by senior members of staff
  
  Good standard of education with a minimum of 3 Standard Grades or equivalent (General level 3 or above) including English and Mathematics, or substantial relevant experience
  
  Scottish Borders Council is committed to providing support for Armed Forces Veterans. Showing its commitment to the Armed Forces Covenant, the Council guarantees an interview to veterans who meet the essential criteria of the post. All appointments will be made on merit.