Programmes Administration Assistant

About The Role

Provide effective and efficient administrative support within the Programmes Department, in line with current SPS procedures.

Key responsibilities

1. Provide administrative support within the Programmes Department and other functions when required. Typing of various records, reports and documents including minutes of various meetings.
2. Organise documentation required to support the Programmes Department including photocopying, scanning and production of office paperwork.
3. Update prisoner records including Prisoner Records System Database and maintain and update all relevant databases and waiting lists.
4. Maintain accurate and up to date filing systems including electronic filing systems in line with SPS and legislative requirements.
5. All other duties commensurate with pay band and training as advised by Line Manager.

About Us

The Scottish Prison Service (SPS) operates in a fascinating, complex and rapidly changing environment. Our vision is to help build a safer Scotland by unlocking potential and transforming lives. To enable us to successfully deliver our vision, we are committed to nurturing and investing in our greatest strength and resource: Our People.

We are proud to employ a diverse range of people; each contributing their own unique experiences and skills to enhance the service we deliver. Whatever the role, you will find your SPS experience both challenging and rewarding. You will be committed to helping us to achieve our goals and in return we will be committed to helping you to achieve yours.

We employ approximately 5,000 staff across our prisons, headquarters, college, and training and storage facility. The hard work of our staff is the most critical component in the successful delivery of Scotland's prison system.

We need professional, capable and motivated individuals who reflect Scotland's diversity to deliver effective and efficient activities and services to achieve our Mission and realise our Vision.

Whatever SPS profession you embark upon, you will be a valued member of the team, helping us build a Safer Scotland for the communities we serve. We are committed to your personal and professional development and offer a wide range of career progression opportunities.