Job Vacancy
We are looking for a motivated individual to join our Business Services Operational Support and Finance Team. You will be responsible for providing effective financial support to a number of Council services.
Responsibilities include processing financial assessments, raising purchase orders, issuing contracts, raising and payment of invoices, and reconciling accounts for care home placements. Also, the administration and record keeping of Free School Meals & Education Maintenance Allowance.
All of this work requires you to work to tight deadlines. You will be maintaining information in software systems, databases, and generating letters and other documents in the course of your duties.
Knowledge
Evidence of competency in literacy and numeracy skills such as a minimum of three standard grades level 3 passes or above, including Mathematics and English, or equivalent.
Knowledge of supervisory skills; Word-processing/spreadsheet/keyboard and clerical skills; SVQ 2 or equivalent is an acceptable alternative for these skills.
Previous office experience demonstrating a working knowledge of relevant procedures, communication, and computer skills.
Important Dates
* Closing date: Sunday 25th May 2025
* Interview dates: Tuesday 3rd and Wednesday 4th June 2025
Job Details
Position Title: Senior Support Assistant
Directorate: Place
Location: Fairfield House
Contract Status: Fixed Term until 30th November 2025
Hours of Work: 36 hours per week
Working Pattern: Monday to Friday
Weeks per year: 52
Successful applicants will be appointed to the first point on the salary scale, with a minimum salary of £27,106.47 per annum for 36 hours/week over 52 weeks.
Responsibilities
Compliance with the mandatory Cabinet Office PSN (Public Sector Network) Code of Connection requires the Council to meet a baseline personal security standard. This includes completing a disclosure check for all employees accessing official information, with the fee covered by the council.
Additional Information
If you have difficulty applying or accessing attached documents, or require reasonable adjustments due to a disability, please call 0131 271 3063 and speak to a member of the Recruitment Team, citing the post reference number.
Midlothian Council is undergoing a transformation to improve service delivery. Some existing employees may be offered suitable alternative employment within the Council, and internal candidates may be prioritized for some vacancies. Internal candidates in this situation will be interviewed before the wider pool, which may slightly delay application outcomes.
If you are a trainee in a Midlothian Council Training Programme, have a disability, or are a care-experienced young person who was previously looked after, you are eligible for a guaranteed interview if you meet the essential criteria.
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