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Administrative Assistant Vacancy

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Wednesday, 26 August 2009

We are currently looking for an individual to fill the role of:

  • Full time Administrative Assistant
The role of this post in the SRN team would be to provide support for the Network's work to promote and support recovery from long term mental health problems across Scotland.

We positively encourage applications from individuals who have an experience of mental health problems and recovery.

SRN are committed to being supportive and flexible employers and work to support all staff with their individual employment needs.

To request an application pack contact This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it

Closing date for this job is Monday, September 7th at 12 noon.
The anticipated interview date is Friday, September 18th.

Please submit applications to This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it or post them to Human Resources, Penumbra, Norton Park, 57 Albion Road, Edinburgh, EH7 5QY.

For more information about the post and SRN follow the links below.
 
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