Clerical Assistant Academy

Clerical Assistant
Leith Academy

Salary: £26,806 - £27,032 (pro‑rata for part‑time and sessional)

Hours:

33.5 per week, 39 weeks sessional

Working pattern for the position is Monday – Friday.

Leith Academy are looking for a part‑time sessional Clerical Assistant to join their busy office team. We are seeking a friendly, outgoing, customer‑focussed person with excellent communication skills who likes to work in a fast‑paced office environment. Good IT skills and a high level of attention to detail are key in this role.

• Answering telephone, e‑mail or in‑person enquiries
• Updating records
• Ordering supplies
• Sending messages via Groupcall
• Arranging school events
• Monitoring pupil attendance using the SEEMIS system and liaising with parents, pupils and staff

• Adaptability and flexibility
• Ability to work on multiple tasks simultaneously to a high standard
• Strong communication skills
• Positive and professional attitude
• High level of attention to detail
• Strong IT skills and a willingness to learn new systems
• Collaborating with others – ability to quickly form positive relationships with a range of stakeholders
• Previous office‑based administration, reception and telephone experience
• Knowledge and experience of using databases, spreadsheets and word documents
• Willingness to work flexibly and manage conflicting priorities

• Part‑time sessional work (Monday – Friday, 33.5 per week for 39 weeks)
• Regulated work with children and/or protected adults under the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (Scotland) Act 2007 – candidate must join the PVG Scheme or undergo an update check
• Unconditional offer contingent on successful PVG and, where required, an Overseas Criminal Record Check

Email the Business Manager: nicol For more information on Leith Academy, visit

We are committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce. We encourage applications from women for senior roles, as well as people from minority ethnic backgrounds, people with disabilities or neurodivergent people, care‑experienced people, carers and LGBT+ people across all levels of the organisation. All applicants will be considered fairly based on skills and experience. Disabled and care‑experienced applicants who meet the minimum job criteria will be guaranteed an interview.

Happy to talk flexible working.