South Tyneside Council

South Tyneside is an ecosystem of businesses, employers, and residents. It is marked by the resilience, pride, and solidarity of its people.

To protect the wellbeing and health of local people and businesses, South Tyneside Council serves a unique purpose in delivering essential and statutory services.

This is delivered through its integral digital and ICT services, which provide business-critical back-office services and allows the continuation of development in the region.

The Digital and ICT Service at South Tyneside Council is currently made up of 90 roles covering Operational IT, Digital, Development and Business Change.

Digital and ICT staff are involved in several high-profile resident-facing projects, such as the recently implemented Leisure Management System.

This modernised the way leisure customers can book and access leisure services across the borough and the migration of council websites.

From corporate network refresh, cyber security enhancements, migration to exchange online and more, the digital services team are trusted to problem solve.

As a particular champion for digital, employees at South Tyneside Council can upskill, grow, and develop comprehensive knowledge.

South Tyneside Council is committed to its people. They care about creating a friendly and cooperative work environment, where employees feel valued and recognised.

Council officers and members are Professional, Respectful, Open and honest, Understanding and engaging, and Deliver what they say they will.

These PROUD values are embedded into the heart of the workplace's culture to guide what they do.