The Role
Erskine Stewart’s Melville Schools are currently recruiting for a Receptionist/ Admin Assistant to join The Mary Erskine School on a temporary basis from 14 August 2025 (subject to satisfactory pre-employment checks) for one academic session until June 2026. This is a part time, term time only role, working 23.25 hours per week. As this is a part time, term time only role the pro rata salary range is £13,287 - £13,695 per annum (based on qualifications and experience). The role is based at The Mary Erskine School at Ravelston.
The purpose of the role is to deal with telephone enquiries and visitors and provide office support in The Mary Erskine’s School (MES).
The successful candidate will have strong administrative experience, excellent organisational skills, and proficiency in Microsoft Office. They will be adaptable, able to manage priorities, and handle confidential information with discretion. Experience in a school setting and supporting events is desirable, along with a positive, proactive attitude and the ability to stay calm under pressure.
To learn more about this role, please access the job description provided.

VALUES

We are looking for individuals who can embody and promote ESMS values of Kindness, Confidence, Resilience, Integrity, and Curiosity while role modelling behaviours in line with our school pillars of Ambition, Innovation, and Community.
ESMS is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Applicants must undergo child protection screening, including checks with past employers and Disclosure Scotland.
All staff working at ESMS have direct access to young people therefore all posts within the school are considered exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.
The closing date for applications is 12pm on Tuesday, 10 June 2025. We anticipate interviews will be held on Monday, 16 June 2025.

Please refer the Job description for details