Support Assistant

SCT, GB, United Kingdom

Job Description

Proposed Interview Date: Week Commencing Monday 9 February 2026



Closing Date: Thursday 29 January 2026



Contract Type: Permanent



Salary: FC3 24,740.74 - 25,885.80



Working Pattern: 20 hrs per week, (with working pattern scheduled over 7 days during the spring / summer season)



Location: Lochore Meadows Outdoor Education Centre (flexibility is required to work in multiple locations such as The Willie Clark Centre and Fife Cycle Park to cover staff holiday or sickness)



Supporting Statement



As part of your application, you must provide us with a

Supporting Statement

which outlines to us how your skills and experience make you a good candidate for this vacancy. For more information, check out the How to Apply section of our Career Site.

Without a Supporting Statement, your application will not be progressed. Please upload your Supporting Statement at the section marked 'upload resume'. Your Supporting Statement must not be a CV.

More information is available on our Career site at www.fife.gov.uk/jobs/supportingstatement .


Job Details



Provide an efficient front-line service to members of the public, providing a high standard of customer care by communicating through handling telephone calls, emails, and visits from the public.


Word processing includes creating and updating documents, photocopying, filing and other general clerical duties.


Processing cash and card payments for hires and bookings. Reconciling daily and weekly transactions against cash register whilst adhering to Council financial guidelines.


You may also assist with opening and closing the building, ensuring smooth day-to-day operations.


The Person



If you meet the essential qualification criteria below, we would like to hear from you:



Educated to SCQF Level 4, which includes National 4 or Standard Grades (Level 3 or above) in English and Maths / core skills.


Experience of working with the public.


It Skills in relevant software packages including MS Office (Embrace Technology & Information - see 'How We Work Matters' Framework)


Time Management skills (take ownership)


Knowledge of Excel


Cash and card handling experience.


You should have the ability to follow instructions, stay calm and work well under pressure. You will need to use your initiative as and when required. You need to be a team player.


This post may involve evening and weekend work on a rota basis during the spring / summer season.


We are seeking someone who is organised, professional, and adaptable, with strong communication skills and a positive, team-focused approach.


Before confirming appointment, you will be required to obtain Protection of Vulnerable Groups (PVG) scheme membership through Disclosure Scotland and become a member of the relevant PVG scheme.



Further Information



Role Profile

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When preparing your supporting statement, review the role profile and think about how you meet the essential criteria Role Profile

How We Work Matters -

Our employees are expected to display and promote certain behaviours in the workplace. See our How We Work Matters behaviour framework for more information.

Employee Benefits -

Employees have access to a benefits package that offers discounts on a wide range of products and services.

Directorate Information -

Council Department information

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Alternative Formats

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Job information can be made available in alternative formats, to make a request please e-mail transactions.recruitment@fife.gov.uk .

For further information please contact: Paul Mitchell, Paul.Mitchell-ED@fife.gov.uk

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Job Detail

  • Job Id
    JD4457193
  • Industry
    Not mentioned
  • Total Positions
    1
  • Job Type:
    Part Time
  • Salary:
    Not mentioned
  • Employment Status
    Part Time
  • Job Location
    SCT, GB, United Kingdom
  • Education
    Not mentioned