We're Hiring! Temporary Administrator – Maternity Cover (Part-Time)

Written by S. Heath - 25 March 2026

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A new job opportunity to join the JD Training (Teesside) team is here!

Location: Middlesbrough
Hours:  20 hours per week
Contract: Fixed-term maternity cover – initially 6 months, with potential to extend
Pay: £13218.40 per annum 

About the Role

We are seeking a confident and organised administrator to join our team for a fixed term of 6 months. This role is a mix of customer-facing and internal administrative work, so we are looking for someone who is comfortable communicating professionally with customers as well as supporting the wider team with day-to-day office tasks.

This position would ideally suit someone with previous office or administrative experience who can work independently once trained and is confident handling enquiries.

Key Responsibilities

  • Answering incoming telephone calls and dealing with customer enquiries in a professional manner
  • Managing and responding to emails
  • Carrying out general office and administrative duties
  • Data entry and maintaining accurate records
  • Using internal company systems (full training provided)
  • Supporting colleagues with internal admin tasks as required

What We’re Looking For

  • Previous experience in an administrative, office, or customer-facing role
  • Confident telephone manner and strong communication skills
  • Well-organised, reliable, and able to use initiative
  • Comfortable working with internal systems and learning new processes
  • Able to manage routine tasks with minimal supervision

This role is best suited to someone with existing workplace experience rather than an entry-level or trainee position.

Hours & Flexibility

  • Part-time: 3 days per week
  • Flexible working hours available by agreement

Contract Details

  • Fixed-term maternity cover
  • Initially 6 months, with the possibility of extension or continuation, subject to business needs

What We Offer

  • Friendly and supportive working environment
  • Flexible hours to support work–life balance
  • Full training and handover provided

How To Apply

If you think this job role is for you, please email your CV to [email protected]