Records clerks and assistants

Description

Records clerks and assistants maintain and update electronic and/or hard copy documents, correspondence and other records, and organise their storage.

Tasks

• examines and sorts incoming material
• classifies, files, archives and locates documents and other records
• copies or duplicates documents or other records
• performs specialised clerical tasks in connection with conveyancing, litigation and the maintenance of medical records.

Educational Requirements

There are no minimum academic requirements, although entrants typically possess GCSEs/S grades or equivalent qualifications. Training is normally provided on-the-job. NVQs/SVQs in Administration at Levels 1 and 2 are available.