Administrator

Job Purpose:Before applying for this job, it is important that you read the guidance by clicking on this link and the Job Profile attached. These explain the job role and the type of person we're looking for. Location: Domines Court, AB16 5JQ Duration: Permanent, Full Time, 35 Hours per week Roles that require PVG Membership Please note that with effect from 1 April 2023, where a role requires PVG membership, candidates will be required to meet the cost of the PVG membership. This applies only to roles with a full time equivalent salary of £30,000 and above. (Teaching roles and jobs at Grade 10 and above (currently £30,030 per annum / £16.50 per hour) The Council will pay for the PVG membership cost initially, either £18 for existing PVG scheme members, or £59 for non-members, and this cost will be deducted from an employee’s first FULL month’s salary payment. Paste job purpose/about the role To carry out a range of administrative and clerical, functions to support the service, who provide services which promote and protect the welfare of customers and deliver services that meet their needs.The post holder needs to hold as a minimum:• Protection of Vulnerable Groups Scheme Record (PVG) or willing to become registered • ECDL or willingness to obtain The post holder may be expected to: • Work in accordance with Adult, Child and Public Protection principles and procedures • Adhere to the requirements of the Social Work Code of Practice, SSSC Code of Practice, Policy and Procedures and all relevant Legislation.The postholder is able to demonstrate:• Ability to undertake all duties in accordance with health and safety legislation, statutory obligations and BAC policies • Ability to communicate effectively with customers, staff and other stakeholders in line with required outcomes • Ability to plan and manage a set workload with limited direct supervision, while at the same time recognising when matters need to be referred to a more senior manager • Ability to manage priorities and deadlines • Ability to operate effectively as a member of a busy team • Ability to organise, take minutes and contribute to regular meetings • Ability to work flexibly in line with service delivery requirements • Ability to use MS Office Suite/365 (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access) and adapt to new technologyAbout UsPlease see the Job Profile for further details. Aberdeen City Council is an equal opportunities employer and we are committed to equality, diversity and inclusion. For further information, please see our Equality, Diversity, Inclusion and Recruitment pack. Flexible Working We are happy to talk flexible working and offer flexible working for most roles in the organisation meaning that many of our employees enjoy the freedom of choosing a working pattern that suits them as much as it suits the organisation. Disability Confident We are a Disability Confident Employer. If you consider yourself to have a disability and think you may require a reasonable adjustment to be made for this part of the selection process, or would like further information in relation to reasonable adjustments, please contact Recruitment@aberdeencity.gov.uk. Armed Forces We are a forces-friendly employer, have signed the Armed Forces Covenant and are a gold award recipient in the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme. We have a specific email address for those in the forces, those who have left the forces, as well as their partners / spouses / families: armedforces@aberdeencity.gov.uk. We are able to answer questions about jobs and our application / selection process, as well as about our employee support provisions. Guaranteed Interview Scheme We have a number of guaranteed interview schemes available to applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the role they are applying for who: have a disability as defined by the Equality Act 2010 (all jobs) looked after young people, those that are in continuing care or are a care leaver up to the age of 29 (all jobs) are aged 16-24 and live in Aberdeen City or have been to an Aberdeen City Council school and are applying for a Modern Apprenticeship (except Trades apprenticeships) have done a Foundation Apprenticeship with Aberdeen City Council and are applying for any apprenticeships relevant to the area in which they did their Foundation Apprenticeship are New Scots aged 16-24 and are applying for any apprenticeships Please note that eligibility to work in the UK is dependent on legal status and all applicants must have the right to live and work in the UK.