Temp Office & Events Support Assistant

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…

Pay rate £13 – £15.50/hour
Job type Temporary
Posted 7 September 2026

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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

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