Contract Type:
Fixed Term
Working Pattern:
Part time
Advert Start Date:
22/06/2026
Advert End Date:
07/07/2026 12:00
Salary:
£33,699 pa pro rata
Job Category:
Policy/ Research
Employment Location:
Town Hall, South Shields
Political Assistant (Reform Group) – 14.8 hpw
(Town Hall, South Shields)
£33,699 pa pro rata
Fixed Term Contract until May 2028
An exciting new post has been established within the Council’s Policy, Engagement and Insight Team. You will work closely with, and support, the Reform Group within South Tyneside Council.
You will undertake research, provide policy and communications analysis and advice and help to ensure administrative support to the Reform Group.
You will have excellent communication and partnership skills, experience of working in a political environment and communicating with the media and a detailed knowledge of the issues impacting local government.
This is a politically restricted post as defined by the Local Government and Housing Act 1989.
For an informal discussion about this post, please contact Rory Sherwood- Parkin, Head of Policy, Engagement and Insight on 07484 037 827.
We offer an excellent benefits package and further information is available here - www.southtyneside.gov.uk/workinghere
We do not currently offer skilled worker visa sponsorship.
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Closing date: Noon, Tuesday 7 July 2026.
