Administrative Officer - Gracemount High School

Administrative Officer

Location:

Gracemount High School, Edinburgh.

Salary: £30,188-£34,452 per annum.

Hours:

36 per week.

The City of Edinburgh Council is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to preventing discrimination on the grounds of sex, marital status, race, colour, religion or belief, political opinion, sexual orientation, nationality, ethnic origin, age, trade union activity, caring responsibilities, or employment status.

We welcome applications from student‑centred professionals who demonstrate high expectations, strong commitment, and rigorous professional standards. A willingness to contribute to the wider life of the school is a key quality shared by our motivated and dedicated staff team.

Responsibilities:

• Work closely with the Business Manager and Head Teacher.
• Manage the school office and core administration tasks.
• Additional responsibilities are described in the Job Profile.

Essential Requirements:

• Detailed knowledge of IT systems.
• Experience of managing finance, budgets and people.

Desirable experience (not essential) includes working in a school setting.

Pre‑employment Checks:

• Required to join the PVG Scheme or undergo a PVG Scheme update check.
• Applicants who have spent a continuous period of 3 months or more abroad in the last 5 years must provide an Overseas Criminal Record Check.

We are committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce where everyone feels valued and able to be their best.

Disabled and care‑experienced applicants who meet the minimum job criteria will be guaranteed an interview.