14 Charity / Voluntary jobs in Kelso, Scottish Borders

Job Details

Grade: 4A

Hourly Rate: £12.75

Salary: £12,640.06 per annum

Contract Duration: Temporary Maternity Cover until 31st March 2026 or earlier return of post holder.

Hours: 22

Interviews are scheduled for the week commencing 26th May, with a start date of 7th July, subject to references.

Recruitment Profile

The Galashiels Locality Teams (Eildon CYP/Central SCH) are thrilled to announce an opening for a Business Support Assistant - Grade 4A on a part-time, temporary basis until 31st March 2026.

This is an incredible opportunity for someone who is looking for a challenge where no two days are the same. Whether you're currently a Grade 4 looking to broaden your skillset or an MA graduate ready to take the next step in your career, this role is perfect for you.

As a Business Support Assistant, you'll be at the heart of the action, providing essential support to both Children's and Adult Services. Your day-to-day tasks will include answering phones, dealing with customer enquiries, recording information on the Mosaic client database, processing Police Concern forms, handling financial transactions for Corporate Appointee clients, and more.

You'll also arrange, attend, and take minutes for meetings, playing a key role in guiding staff. You'll be working with a fantastic team of around eight colleagues in a hybrid manner, both from home and the office.

This role will allow you to use your existing skills and bring fresh ideas to the team. Some of the valuable skills you'll learn include:

• Being the first point of contact with the public.

• Managing letters and print to post

• Creating spreadsheets

• Using the Mosaic client database

• Online banking for corporate appointee clients

If you're ready to bring your enthusiasm and expertise to a supportive and dynamic team, we can't wait to hear from you!

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Informal Enquiries

Informal enquiries may be made to Debbie Nicholas at dbnicholas@scotborders.gov.uk.

Scottish Borders Council is committed to improving the diversity of its workforce to better reflect the communities we serve. We welcome applications from all minority groups and individuals who identify with one or more of the protected characteristics as defined by the Equality Act 2010. In particular from candidates who assess themselves as having a disability, under the Disability Confident Employer scheme this guarantees an interview to those individuals who meet the essential criteria of the post. All appointments will be made on merit.