Business Assistant

Ktpws; Perth; On-site; GBP 23,000 - GBP 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A local educational institution in Perth is looking for a dedicated Business Assistant. The role involves providing administrative support within the school and engaging with the community. Candidates should possess strong reception skills, proficiency in Microsoft Office, and exceptional customer service abilities. The position offers a salary of £23,488 - £24,756 per year with a focus on creating a supportive work environment. This is a full-time permanent position with opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

Generous holiday package

Family-friendly policies

Access to training and professional development

Qualifications

• Experience working with the public in customer service roles.
• Ability to deal with challenging situations sensitively.
• Awareness of Health and Safety issues.

Responsibilities

• Provide whole school administrative support.
• Work as part of the Business Support team.
• Administer first aid.

Skills

Reception skills

Microsoft Office proficiency

Excellent customer service

Written and oral communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

Good standard of education

Job description

# Business Assistant, Perth High SchoolRef no:: PKC13473Published:: 04/02/2026Closes:: 18/02/2026Location:: Perth High School, Oakbank Road, Perth, PH1 1HBSalary:: £23,488 - £24,756 per yearContract Type:: PermanentPosition Type:: Full TimeHours:: 36 hours per week## Main Purpose of the RoleWorking within Perth & Kinross Council is more than a job, it's about being part of an organisation that puts people at the heart of all we do and provides opportunities to make a real difference by enhancing every life we touch.We currently have the following opportunity:Business Assistant - PKC13473 £23,488 - £24,756 (Term-time only plus 10 Days) Perth High SchoolWe have a vacancy for a Business Assistant at Perth High School.Perth High School is a large comprehensive, drawing pupils from a mix of Perth City and rural Perthshire.Working as part of our Business Support team, you will work in the office providing whole school administrative support.## Skills & Experience RequiredThere is an expectation that shortlisted applicants will meet the requirements below.**Knowledge & Experience*** Reception skills experience.* ICT experience in use of Microsoft Office packages.* A good standard of education.**Customer Care*** Experience of working with the public and excellent customer service skills.* Demonstrate you can work both individually and as a member of a team.* Ability to deal with challenging situations in a sensitive manner.**Health & Safety*** Have an awareness of basic Health and Safety issues.* Provide Emergency First Aid support (training will be provided).* Required to administer first aid (training will be provided).**Equality & Dignity at Work*** Ability to treat pupils, colleagues, parents and customers/clients in accordance with the Council’s policies on equalities and dignity at work.**Communications*** Excellent written and oral communication skills.* Excellent interpersonal skills.**Flexibility*** You will perform all aspects of the Business Assistant role.* Ideally you will be willing to be involved in school community life and school events/projects.**Team Working*** Ability to work as part of a team, taking direction and working on own initiative.* Ability to adapt to change.**Decision Making & Problem Solving*** Ability to implement policies and procedures.* Experience of solution focussed situations.**Any Additional Requirements*** Good personal presentation.* Maintain confidentiality at all times.## Working at Perth & Kinross CouncilOur influence our work and support us in the delivery of our . In your application, and should you be invited to interview, you will be asked to describe situations that support the criteria required in the role and which also demonstrate our**.** Find out more about and you could soon be joining our team!Here's what we can offer **you**:* A generous package* 6 days public holiday and an additional discretionary day* Eligibility to join our* Family friendly and positive work/life balance policies such as , , and our* Access to a range ofWe recognise there can be benefits to and where individual jobs allow, we seek to support this. You are encouraged to discuss potential options with the recruiting manager, if this is of interest to you. A healthy work life balance is important to us and we provide supportive management and, where possible, flexible working arrangements to help you achieve that balance. You will have access to training and support for continued professional development.## Next StepsWe would love to hear from you and would encourage you to get in touch with Jenda Macluskey, Business Manager on 01738 628271 to find out more.Click “APPLY NOW”External candidates are required to provide contact details for **2** referees, including email addresses. One of these must be your current or most recent employer.We welcome applications from everyone and as a Disability Confident employer, we guarantee to interview applicants who declare a disability and meet the essential requirements of the post. Please contact the hiring manager above or the Recruitment Team on [phone] or [e-mail] to discuss any reasonable adjustments. Appointments are based on evidence supplied during the selection process.Diversity is important to us and although some of our jobs may be perceived to be traditionally gender specific, we welcome applications from everyone and would encourage you to apply if you meet the job requirements. That includes welcoming applications from former armed forces personnel/reservists. Many of the skills picked up during your military career could be transferred directly into a role with local government.Working with children and/or protected adults is regarded as a regulated role and under the Disclosure (Scotland) Act 2020 you will be required to join the PVG Scheme or undergo a PVG Scheme update check.If you have lived overseas for a period of 12 months or more (continuous or total) within the last 10 years, an Overseas Criminal Record Check will be required. You will be required to provide this check.A confirmed offer of employment and commencement in the post will be subject to the outcome of the above mentioned mandatory pre-employment checks (including references) and will also include eligibility to work in the UK, qualifications and fitness to undertake the post.## Job Attachments* Share this job posting via Email### Advertisement