IT & Systems Assistant
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Last Updated: 13 January 2026
Job Advert: IT & Systems Assistant
Job Title: IT & Systems Assistant
Location: Newcastle University campus (office based)
Employment type: Part Time (15 Hours)
Salary: £24,910 Per annum Pro rata (grade A)
Fixed Term: 1 Year
About NUSU:
We are Newcastle University Students' Union (NUSU) - an innovative, and student-led organisation dedicated to making the university experience unforgettable. As a charity, we are committed to enriching student life through exciting opportunities, wellbeing support and championing the student voice. Working closely with Newcastle University, we're right at the heart of campus, offering a dynamic space that includes a live music venue, bar, supermarket, merchandise shop, food outlets, study spaces and more.
The role:
This is a great opportunity for someone early in their IR career who wants practical, paid experience supporting colleagues and systems within a values-led organisation.
As our IT & Systems Assistant, you'll play an important behind-the-scenes role in helping NUSU colleagues do their jobs effectively. You'll be the first point of contact for internal IT queries, making sure issues are logged, tracked and resolved and that colleagues are kept informed along the way. Providing clear, friendly support will be just as important as the technical side of the role.
Alongside day-to-day support, you'll get involved in wider systems and information work - from maintaing asset registers and supporting new start IT inductions, to helping develop business information dashboards that support planning and decision-making. This makes the role ideal for someone who enjoys combining techniques with organisation, communication and problem-solving.
You'll work closely with colleagues across different teams, so this role suits someone who is approachable, organised and keen to learn, with the confidence to manage their own workload while knowing when to ask questions. It's a chance to build experience, develop professional skills, and gain insight into how IT supports an organisation as a whole.
Why Join Us?
At NUSU, we believe in creating a supportive and inclusive work environment where our team can thrive. As part of our organisation, you'll enjoy:
✅ 30 days holiday (plus bank holidays ) Pro rata for part time staff
✅ An extra 4 days off at Christmas Pro rata for part time staff
✅ Mental health and wellbeing support
✅ Employer pension contribution (4%)
✅ No dress code - be yourself at work!
✅ A culture that promotes work-life balance
✅ Exclusive student and staff discounts
✅ Paid time off for volunteering and charity work
✅ Subsidised food in our Co-op shop and Wetherspoons bar
How to apply:
Visit our website Newcastle University Students' Union to learn more about us and the role.
Send your named CV and a letter of application to vacancies.union@newcastle.ac.uk. In your letter, please specify which role you are applying for and outline how your knowledge, skills and experience meet the requirements of the role.
If you require any adjustments to support your application or interview process, please let us know, we are happy to help.
Application deadline:
Applications will be accepted until 30/01/2026. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted for an interview which will take place on 04/02/2026.
We truly appreciate every application; however, we can only respond to shortlisted candidates.
Unfortunately, we will not be able to contact those applicants who haven't been shortlisted, so if you haven't heard from us by 2/2/26 this means that you haven't been successful on this occasion.
Contact info:
For further information, please contact Nathanael Pullin at nathanael.pullin@newcastle.ac.uk
Equality, Diversity & Inclusion Statement
At NUSU, we are committed to creating a diverse, incluive, and equitable environment where everyone can thrive. We celebrate and value the differences that make each individual unique and strive to create a workplace that reflects the diverse communities that we serve.
We welcome applications from all individuals, regardless of race, ethnicity, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, age, religion, nationality, or marital/civil partnership status. As part of our commitment to continuous improvement, all applicants will be asked to complete an equal opportunities monitoring form to help us ensure fair and inclusive recruitment practices.