Package Description:
Dollar Academy is seeking to recruit an exceptional SSG Administrator to provide vital support to our Senior Staff Group (SSG), including the Deputy Rector, Assistant Rectors, and the Boarding Registrar.
This is a key role within the Academy, ensuring the smooth operation of senior administrative functions that underpin our academic and pastoral success.
Key tasks include:
* Managing diaries and providing day-to-day administrative support to the Deputy Rector, and the Assistant Rectors (as appropriate).
* Coordinating school calendar activities and major events such as Prize Giving, Futures Fair, and Parents’ Evenings.
* Communicating effectively with parents and external bodies, preparing documents such as pupil references and transcripts.
* Supporting internal operations by maintaining email groups and minuting key meetings.
* Assisting the Boarding Registrar with administrative duties including managing applications and consent documentation.
* Liaising closely with the School Office Manager and provide managerial support during absences.
The successful candidate will have:
* Strong IT skills (Word, Excel, Outlook) and confidence in using databases.
* Excellent communication skills and attention to detail.
* The ability to handle sensitive information with discretion.
* A flexible and professional approach to working with staff, pupils, and parents.
* Prior experience in an educational setting is desirable but not essential.
Hours of work will be Monday to Friday 8.30am–5.00pm. This is a term time only role but with the requirement to work for four weeks during the school holidays.
About Dollar Academy
Dollar Academy has been a co-educational day and boarding school since its foundation in 1818. Today, it provides an exceptional all-round education to around 1,350 pupils aged 5-18. Our focus is on encouraging the individual talents and ambitions of every young person, in a positive and supportive environment that fosters the development of transferable skills, self-confidence and strong personal values. A belief in developing the whole person is central to the Dollar ethos.
We have recently been named as the Sunday Times Scottish Independent School of the Year 2024.
The Academy is very much at the heart of the town – it is a major local employer and values highly its relationship with the wider community. The school itself is a friendly, supportive, hardworking and committed community of staff and pupils who enjoy cordial, professional and productive working relationships.
The school’s location is undoubtedly one of the most scenic in the country, set against the Ochil Hills and the historic Castle Campbell, but within easy reach of the major towns of the Central Belt and just 40 minutes from Edinburgh Airport. The Dollar community is welcoming and vibrant. The whole school sits within a single, stunning 70-acre campus.
Our Values
Work Hard
Hard work leads to success, creativity and innovation. Our pupils and staff demonstrate a strong work ethic, with ambition and excellence being encouraged. We want everyone to strive to be the best they can.
Get Involved
There is a very wide range of subjects and activities on offer at Dollar and teachers work hard to make lessons interesting. Involvement and participation in all aspects of school and community life build confidence and resilience, whilst also allowing our youngsters to try new things and develop their passion.
Be Kind
‘Kindness’ is no trite playground buzzword; it demands an even higher level of behavioural engagement than tolerance or respect. We believe in a positive and generous approach, in collaboration and cooperation, and in leadership that is about compassion and service.