Administrative Assistant
Content + Source + Freshness • 11 Dec 2025 • 95% confidence
Offer value
Low value due to temporary nature and limited career progression; however, a good opportunity for those entering the education sector.
- Temporary position within an educational institution
- Good opportunity for entry-level candidates
- Involvement in student support activities
Pros
- Experience gained in an educational environment
- Opportunity to work closely with students and staff
- Engagement in various school activities
Cons
- Temporary contract limits job security
- Variable hours may not suit all applicants
- Limited clarity on salary and benefits
Who it's for
Entry-level • In-person
Good fit
- New graduates desiring experience in education
- Individuals passionate about supporting students
- Candidates who enjoy varied administrative tasks
Not recommended for
- Experienced professionals seeking stability
- Those preferring a structured 9-5 schedule
- Candidates with aspirations for senior administrative roles
Motivation fit
Key skills
About the job
Applicants will be highly motivated and have a passion to ensure that our learners achieve the very best that they can at all times. The core purpose of the role will be to uphold our fundamental standards of pride, respect and achievement with all stakeholders and ensure that all students receive the highest standard of bespoke support.
The successful candidate will be based primarily in one of our two college reception areas. They will undertake reception duties, answering general telephone and face to face enquiries from students and other stakeholders. They will provide routine general clerical, administrative, financial support to the school. They will also assist with pupil welfare duties, providing first aid, looking after sick pupils, liaising with staff and parents.
This post is a 52/52 contract as it will require some work outside normal College hours and during school holiday periods. Start and finish times for the Reception Team are determined by College need and therefore a degree of flexibility by the successful candidate will be required.
If you would like more information about this post please contact Mrs G Crichton.
Please provide a covering letter, along with your completed application form, in which you outline how your skills and experience meet the person specification (no more than one side of A4). Completed applications should be returned to Mrs G Crichton, Burnside Business and Enterprise College, St. Peter’s Road, Wallsend, NE28 7LQ or electronically to g.crichton@burnsidecollege.org.uk.
Telephone: 0191 2598500
Burnside is committed to safeguarding and all offers of employment are subject to satisfactory enhanced DBS clearance.
