The Role
Erskine Stewart’s Melville Schools are recruiting for a Senior Administrator to join the Principal’s Office on a full-time, permanent basis. This term-time role (plus two weeks during the summer holidays in August) is available from August 2025, subject to satisfactory pre-employment checks. The postholder will work 38.75 hours per week, with a pro rata salary of £31,816 per annum. The role is based across both the Queensferry Road and Ravelston sites.
We are seeking a highly organised and professional Senior Administrator to support the Principal and the Executive Assistant in the smooth and efficient running of the Principal’s Office. This key role provides high-quality administrative and organisational support, acting as a central point of contact and ensuring effective communication and coordination across the Schools.
The Senior Administrator will manage the Principal’s calendar, coordinate meetings and travel, prepare documentation, and handle correspondence. The role also involves supporting key projects and events, maintaining office systems, and ensuring a professional and welcoming environment for all visitors. Handling sensitive information with discretion and professionalism, alongside maintaining a high standard of accuracy in all administrative tasks, is essential.
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.

Please refer the Job description for details