Job Vacancy
We are seeking a motivated individual to join our Business Services Operational Support and Finance Team. The successful candidate will provide effective financial support to various Council services.
Key responsibilities include processing financial assessments, raising purchase orders, issuing contracts, managing invoices, reconciling accounts for care home placements, and administering records for Free School Meals & Education Maintenance Allowance.
This role requires working under tight deadlines, maintaining information in software systems and databases, and generating correspondence and documents.
Knowledge and Qualifications
Evidence of literacy and numeracy skills, such as a minimum of three Standard Grades at level 3 or above, including Mathematics and English, or equivalent.
Knowledge of supervisory skills, word-processing, spreadsheets, clerical skills; SVQ 2 or equivalent is acceptable.
Previous office experience with familiarity in relevant procedures, software, and computer skills.
Application Details
Closing Date: Sunday 6th July 2025
Interview Date: Monday 14th July 2025
Job Details
Position Title: Senior Support Assistant
Directorate: Place
Location: Fairfield House
Contract: Fixed Term until 30th November 2025
Hours: 36 hours per week, Monday to Friday
Salary: Starting from £27,106.47 per annum (based on 36 hours/week, 52 weeks/year)
Note: Appointments are made at the first point on the salary scale.
Additional Information
All employees accessing official information must complete a disclosure check, funded by the council.
If you experience difficulties applying or need reasonable adjustments, contact 0131 271 3063. Internal candidates may be prioritized for some vacancies due to ongoing organizational changes.
Eligible candidates include trainees in Midlothian Council Training Programmes, individuals with disabilities, or care-experienced young people who meet the essential criteria for the role.
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