Administration Assistant (Maternity Cover) (St Wilfrid's)

South Tyneside Council; South Shields; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational trust in South Shields is seeking an Administration Assistant (Maternity Cover) to support the administration functions at St Wilfrid’s R.C College. The role requires high initiative and motivation in a busy school environment. Salary is pro-rata’d at £22,040.53 for 37 hours term time only. Candidates must submit applications via email by 20 October 2025.

Qualifications

• High levels of initiative and motivation to work in a busy environment.
• Experience in administration within an educational setting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support the administration functions of St Wilfrid’s R.C College.
• Assist staff and students in an educational context.

Job description

Administration Assistant (Maternity Cover)

Salary: Band 4, SCP 6 £25,989.00 (pro-rata’d £22,040.53)

Start Date: January 2026

Contract: 37 hours, Term Time Only, Temporary Maternity Cover

We are looking to appoint an inspiring Administration Assistant who has high levels of initiative and who is motivated to work in a busy secondary school environment. As St Wilfrid’s we look to inspire and develop all members of our community on a journey through faith and learning. We strive to achieve excellence and overcome challenges through mutual respect and consideration.

St Wilfrid’s R.C College is part of Bishop Chadwick Catholic Education Trust which is one of four Trusts in the Diocese of Hexham and Newcastle. The Trust includes five Secondary and twenty-five Primary Schools across South Tyneside, Sunderland and East Durham.

Application Details:

• All application documents should be fully completed and submitted by email to [e-mail] by 9am on 20 October 2025.
• Applications are required and CV’s will not be accepted.
• For enquiries regarding this role, please contact 0191 456 9121.

Important Notes:

• Electronic signatures will be accepted but candidates will be required to add a written signature to their application when circumstances allow.
• The position we are filling is exempt from the provisions of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act and a satisfactory Enhanced DBS from the Disclosure and Barring Service is required as part of pre-employment checks.
• Bishop Chadwick Catholic Education Trust is an equal opportunities employer, welcoming applications from all sections of the community.
• We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and vulnerable adults and we expect staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

Employer: Bishop Chadwick Catholic Education Trust

Application Form: The Application form plus supplementary information for this role can be found saved in 'Supporting Documents'.