Temp Office & Events Support Assistant

Jackson Hogg Ltd; North East; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Jackson Hogg Ltd is seeking a reliable Office & Events Support Assistant in Newcastle city centre for a 2‑week temp assignment with potential weekly extensions. The role is office-based, 37.5 hours per week, 8am–6pm, with flexibility.

Pay ranges £13.00–£15.50 per hour, offering hands-on support to the Corporate Services team. The successful candidate will assist with meetings and events, office admin, front‑of‑house service and event setup/clear‑down, including catering deliveries and manual

Qualifications

• GCSEs in English and Maths.
• Confident user of Microsoft Office and video conferencing platforms.
• Strong organisational and communication skills.
• Able to work independently and as part of a team.
• Comfortable with manual handling tasks and staying active throughout the working day.
• Flexible, dependable and able to turn your hand to a variety of tasks.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and deliver office-based meetings and events.
• Assist with general office administration (stationery orders, room bookings, printing).
• Support facilities tasks and office operations.
• Greet visitors and provide front-of-house service.
• Assist with event setup/clear-down and catering delivery.
• Perform manual handling of office supplies and furniture.

Skills

Microsoft Office

Video conferencing

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Independent worker

Team player

Manual handling

Flexible

Education

GCSEs English and Maths

Job description

Temporary Office & Events Support Assistant

Location: Newcastle City Centre (Office-based, 5 days per week)

Duration: Initial 2-week assignment, with potential extension on a rolling week-by-week basis

Hours: 37.5 hours per week, between 8am and 6pm (flexibility required)

Pay: £13.00 - £15.50 per hour

We are seeking a reliable and proactive Office & Events Support Assistant to provide temporary cover within a busy Corporate Services team. This is a varied, hands‑on role supporting the smooth running of the office and internal events.

Key Responsibilities

• Supporting the coordination and delivery of office-based meetings and events.
• Assisting with general office administration, including stationery orders, room bookings, printing and photocopying.
• Supporting facilities-related tasks and office operations.
• Meeting and greeting visitors and providing a professional front‑of‑house service.
• Assisting with event setup and clear‑down, including moving furniture, handling catering deliveries and maintaining meeting spaces.
• Undertaking manual handling duties, including moving office supplies, equipment and furniture as required.

About You

• GCSEs (or equivalent) in English and Maths.
• Confident user of Microsoft Office and video conferencing platforms.
• Strong organisational and communication skills.
• Able to work independently and as part of a team.
• Comfortable with manual handling tasks and being active throughout the working day.
• Flexible, dependable and able to turn your hand to a variety of tasks.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking for an immediate start in a friendly and professional office environment in Newcastle city centre