• Administration Assistant – Level 2
• Employer: The Beacon Centre (South Tyneside Council)
• Location: The Beacon Centre, South Shields
• Contract: Fixed Term
• Working Pattern: Part-time, Term Time Only
• Hours: 30 hours per week (Monday–Friday, 8:30am–3:00pm)
• Salary: £25,989 per annum (pro rata)
• Closing Date: Noon, 30 January 2026
• Vacancy ID: 290358
• Role Overview:
• Providing general administrative and financial support to the school
• Working under the guidance of the Office Manager
• Supporting an Alternative Education Behaviour Support setting
• Maintaining confidentiality at all times
• Contributing to the school’s ongoing improvement journey
• Key Responsibilities:
• Delivering day-to-day administrative support
• Assisting with financial and office-related tasks
• Supporting staff, pupils, and visitors as required
• Working across school sites when needed
• Upholding safeguarding and child welfare procedures
• Skills & Experience:
• Commitment to safeguarding and child wellbeing
• Passion for education and supporting young people
• Experience of SEND, inclusion, and SEMH (desirable)
• Strong interpersonal, organisational, and communication skills
• Approachable, flexible, and willing to learn new skills
• Ability to work with primary and/or secondary-aged pupils
• About The Beacon Centre:
• A Pupil Referral Unit supporting pupils from KS1 to KS4
• Ofsted rated “Good” (April 2023)
• Supportive leadership, governors, and community
• Inclusive and nurturing environment with resilient pupils
• Benefits:
• Supportive and professional working environment
• Opportunities for training and development
• Chance to make a meaningful impact in alternative education
• Additional Information:
• Enhanced DBS check required
• Online searches may be carried out as part of safer recruitment
• Skilled Worker visa sponsorship not available
• School visits welcomed
• Apply:
• Download and complete the application form from Supporting Documents
• Return completed application to: jobs@southtyneside.gov.uk
• Enquiries / School Visits:
• Helen Mills, Office Manager
• Tel: 0191 454 6254
• Email: helen.mills@thebeaconcentre.net
To apply please see the official job vacancy page here.