Blyth Town Council is seeking an enthusiastic, organised, and proactive individual to join the team as a Community Engagement Assistant, who can quickly become an effective part of a busy and evolving council.

The town of Blyth is situated in the southeast of the scenic County of Northumberland and is its largest town with a population of 40,000. The Town Council was established following the Local Government Review which provided for a single unitary authority in Northumberland. The Town Council is one of the largest top sixty community councils in the UK and has a budget of £1.6m.

The Council delivers a wide range of services for residents, including the management of allotments, responsibility for play areas, litter bins and bus shelters, and the delivery of community grant schemes. It also plays a significant role in the promotion and delivery of events and is actively engaged in developing a Neighbourhood Plan.

The Town Centre is currently undergoing improvements and developments, led by the County Council in the Energising Blyth project. Exciting developments includes an Energy Learning Institute on the former Keel Row site.

The Community Engagement Assistant will play an important role in supporting the Council’s work with residents, community groups, and partners. The post will help promote Council services and activities, support community events and initiatives, assist with consultations and engagement activity, and contribute to effective communication between the Council and the people of Blyth.

All reasonable assistance will be given to the successful candidate to support career development. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who is enthusiastic about working with communities, supporting local initiatives, and developing a career in local government and community engagement.

KEY DATES

Closing date: Friday 13 February 2026 at 12 noon.

Interviews: Thursday 26 February 2026

The candidate pack and application form are available to download below.

Community Engagement Assistant - Candidate Pack

 

Application Form - Word

 

If you require any further information or would like to discuss the position, please contact Elaine Brown, Deputy Town Clerk or Julie Summers, Events Co-Ordinator on 01670 361668 or email communityengagement@blythtowncouncil.gov.uk

Application forms should be returned by email to: communityengagement@blythtowncouncil.gov.uk or by post to: Blyth Town Council, Arms Evertyne House, Quay Road, Blyth NE24 2AS