Stirling Council
Administrative Assistant
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Administrative Assistant
Administrative Assistant (School/Nursery) – Temporary Role
Job Overview
Closing Date: 17th July 2026 Contract Type: Temporary for 1 year Salary: £19,575 – £20,436 per annum Hours: 25 hours per week
We are seeking an enthusiastic, skilled Administrative Assistant to support the efficient day-to-day operations of our nursery. The successful candidate will have experience working in an office environment, including strong knowledge of office practice, budget monitoring, financial/cash handling, and meeting deadlines.
Key Responsibilities
- Oversee general administration of nursery records, financial recordkeeping, and office services
- Maintain nursery filing systems with accuracy and organisation
- Support nursery operations with excellent confidentiality and discretion
- Handle office and financial tasks, including financial monitoring and cash management
- Foster good communication and interpersonal skills when interacting with children, families, and colleagues
- Lead with initiative and contribute to your own professional development
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This role is ideal for someone passionate about working with children and families in a supportive, administrative environment.
Person Specification
Qualifications & Experience
- Proven office and administrative administrative experience
- Experience with budget monitoring, financial recordkeeping, and cash handling
- Ability to manage and maintain organisational systems, filing structures, and deadlines
- Understanding of health and safety, confidentiality, and professional discretion
Essential Skills
- Strong organisational and time management abilities
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Willingness to work with children and families
- Proactively supports personal and professional development
Interview & Deadlines
Interviews: Thursday 30th July 2026 Send applications before 17th July 2026.
Human Resources Statement
Applications are encouraged from underrepresented groups regardless of age, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, belief, or race.
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Benefits Package
- 30 days annual leave (rising to 35 days after 5 years), prorated for part-time roles
- Flexible work arrangements including hybrid office/home arrangements (where applicable)
- Biennial incremental salary progression until top payscale reached
- Membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS)
- Benefits for sick leave (up to 6 months full pay, 6 months half pay)
- Carers Leave
- Up to 4 weeks paid Paternity Leave
- Health & Wellbeing support
- Learning & Development opportunities
- Cycle to Work Scheme
- Liftshare Scheme
- Car Lease Scheme
- Technology Benefit Scheme
For more details, review the Stirling Council Recruitment Pack.
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