Modern Apprentice Clerical Receptionist

We are looking for an enthusiastic, customer service focussed individual to provide a reception service at UHI Shetland. The preferred candidate will enjoy working with the public and will be the first point of contact for enquiries for students, staff and external customers. They will provide support for anyone contacting UHI Shetland and seek to resolve calls at first response wherever possible. In addition, the preferred candidate will offer clerical support to departments and provide assistance with necessary course-related administration.

This opportunity is offered as a 2-year fixed-term contract based at our Scalloway campus. For the duration of the contract the preferred candidate will work towards a Modern Apprenticeship Level 2 in Business Administration supported by our Vocational Training Team.

UHI Shetland

UHI Shetland is the most northern partner of the University of the Highlands and Islands, offering well-equipped, modern facilities and provision of a variety of tertiary education courses, applied research, consultancies and knowledge exchange projects together with high-quality accredited and bespoke training.

UHI Shetland mirrors NJNC terms and conditions for Scotland’s College’s Home (njncscotlandscolleges.ac.uk) offering 9 weeks paid annual leave (pro rata). Distant Islands Allowance is currently set at £2,742 which would be in addition to any salary payment (pro Rata).

UHI Shetland is an equal opportunities employer operating a blind recruitment process and will not accept CVs as part of an application.

Documents relating to this position available here.

Please download and complete the application form and return to recruitment.shetland@uhi.ac.uk.

Closing date: 16 March 2025

UHI Shetland, a limited company registered in Scotland, Number SC646337.
Registered Scottish Charity Number SC050701

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