Business Support Assistant

Business Support Assistant
Location: Civic Centre, Gateshead, NE8 1HH
Start Date: ASAP                                               
Contract Duration: 6+ Month
Working Hours: Mon – Fri, 09:00 – 17:00, 37 Hours per week
Pay Rate: £13.47 per hour
Job Ref: (phone number removed)
 
Job Responsibilities

• Provide clerical and administrative support to Education, Schools & Inclusion services.

• Handle inquiries professionally via phone, email, letter, and in person.

• Maintain and update information systems accurately.

• Coordinate responses to Freedom of Information and subject access requests.

• Perform financial administrative tasks, including budget monitoring and invoice processing.

• Attend and contribute to meetings, taking minutes when needed.

• Produce accurate reports as required.

Person Specifications
Must Have

• Proficient in Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, and databases.

• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

• 5 GCSEs A-C or 9-4, NVQ level 3 in Business Admin, or relevant experience.

• Experience in administrative support within education or customer service.

• Experience with manual and computerised information systems.

• Ability to organise and prioritise workload effectively.

• Teamwork and independent work skills.

Nice to Have

• Experience with budget management and financial regulations.

• Experience in producing meeting minutes and reports.

 
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