Clerical Assistant

Job Summary

36 hours per week, 39 weeks per year, Fixed Term until 26 June 2026

Whitburn Academy is a six‑year comprehensive school offering our 890 students 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 are seeking to appoint a highly motivated Clerical Assistant to join our school support team, based in our very busy office environment.

• Deliver a first line enquiry service to all internal and external school contacts.
• Assist the Admin Assistants to ensure efficient support in the operation of all administrative processes within the school.
• Assist senior staff by providing accurate, up‑to‑date information in various key areas.

The working week will be Monday to Friday and requires an 8am start each day. 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.

For further information please contact Monica Macdougall, Area Business Support Manager e‑mail: