Office Administrator – Social Care & Education Hub
Macdonald McEwan is recruiting an experienced and organised Office Administrator to support a busy local authority Social Care and Education Hub.
This is an excellent opportunity for a reliable, professional and approachable individual to join a team delivering essential services to children, young people and families.
The successful candidate will provide day-to-day administrative support, helping ensure the smooth and efficient running of the office.
Key Responsibilities
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Provide general administrative and clerical support to the Social Care and Education team.
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Handle incoming telephone calls, emails and enquiries professionally and sensitively.
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Maintain accurate records, databases and electronic filing systems.
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Arrange appointments, meetings and maintain diaries.
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Prepare correspondence, reports and other documentation.
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Liaise with social workers, education staff, families and other professionals.
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Assist with processing referrals and maintaining confidential information.
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Provide reception and front-office support, including contact with children, young people and families.
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Support the wider team with general office duties as required.
Essential Requirements
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Previous experience in an administrative or office-based role.
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Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
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Good IT skills, particularly Microsoft Office, Outlook and electronic record systems.
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Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
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Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information appropriately.
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A professional, patient and approachable manner.
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Ability to prioritise workloads and work effectively within a busy team.
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PVG Scheme membership for regulated roles with children, or eligibility to obtain the appropriate PVG membership before commencing work.
Desirable Experience
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Previous administrative experience within a local authority, social care, education or NHS setting.
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Experience dealing with children, young people and families.
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Familiarity with confidential case management systems and public sector procedures.
Why Apply?
This is an opportunity to work within a supportive local authority environment, contributing to services that make a genuine difference to children, young people and families.
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If you are an experienced administrator with excellent communication skills and a professional approach, we would welcome your application
