Administration Assistant/First Aid
(Mortimer Community College)
Permanent - required as soon as possible
37 hpw (Term Time plus 5 days)
Band 4 SCP 6, £25,989 pa pro rata
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an individual to work in our busy school office. We are seeking to appoint a versatile, well-organised and professional Administration Assistant to join our office team and provide a high-quality service to staff, students, and visitors. Under the instruction/guidance of senior staff, you will provide general administrative support to facilitate the day to day running of the school office.
As a First Aider for the school, you will administer first aid for any student or colleague requiring this support during the school day. In addition, you will cover Reception on a daily basis for short periods and deal with enquiries from parents/carers and visitors.
The successful candidate will demonstrate an ability to work within a team with a calm, professional and caring persona, and with courteous and caring behaviour to students, colleagues, and parents at all times. Previous experience of working within a school environment would be an advantage.
If you think you are up to the challenge ahead, and would like to work in our exciting and vibrant school, we want to hear from you.
We can offer you a welcoming and supportive place to work, a friendly and supportive staff and an opportunity to develop your career.
“Staff feel well supported. They are a highly motivated team who are proud to work at the school.” Ofsted 2019.
Mortimer Community College and South Tyneside Council are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment, and an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) disclosure will be sought along with other relevant pre-employment checks.
In line with the guidance in Keeping Children Safe in Education, schools may carry out an online search as part of their due diligence on shortlisted candidates.
We do not currently offer skilled worker visa sponsorship.
To view our Privacy Notice please visit: https://southtyneside.gov.uk/article/2780/Privacy-notice-for-job-applicants
For an informal discussion about the post, please contact Mrs J Hopper (Heads PA/Office Manager) on
(0191) 456 6511. For an application pack, please contact: [email protected]. You can also find the application pack on our website www.mortimercommunitycollege.co.uk
Completed application forms to be returned by Noon, Friday 26 June 2026. 