Administrative Officer, Whitburn Academy, 485.75 - WEL08687

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We are keen to employ a diverse workforce that reflects the people of Scotland. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and particularly from groups currently under-represented, including people with disabilities, those from minority ethnic communities or from socio-economically disadvantaged backgrounds.

Whitburn Academy is a six-year comprehensive school offering our 885 students in the Whitburn area a progressive, relevant, challenging and enjoyable curriculum with opportunities for personalisation and choice. We strive to ensure that students have the highest quality learning experiences.

We offer the full range of National Qualifications found in a modern Scottish secondary school. We aim to provide experiences that result in a creative and enterprising attitude in our students, to develop young people with a sense of pride and ambition to contribute positively to the local, national and international community.

Whitburn Academy offers the opportunity for all students to succeed. The excellent facilities available, allied to commitment of our staff, allow us to offer all of our students the highest possible standard of education in a safe, caring and stimulating environment - an environment in which all members of the school community are valued and their achievements recognised.  

We are looking for someone with a commitment to improvement and excellence to lead our Admin team within Whitburn Academy. The successful candidate will manage and coordinate administrative operations and financial functions, following West Lothian Council policies and procedures, ensuring services operate in an effective and efficient manner. The post holder will manage and undertake SEEMIS data input and will work with the Senior Leadership Team and Faculty Heads in relation to SQA and timetabling needs.

This post is considered Regulated Work with Vulnerable Children and/or Protected Adults, under the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (Scotland) Act 2007. Preferred candidates will be required to join the PVG Scheme or undergo a PVG Scheme update check prior to a formal offer of employment being made by West Lothian Council.