Monday -Friday 9am-1pm
Overview
We are seeking a dynamic and dedicated Nursery Administrator to join our vibrant early childhood education team. In this vital role, you will oversee the daily operations of the nursery, ensuring a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment for young children.
The Nursery Administrator plays a key role in supporting the smooth and efficient running of the nursery. This role involves managing administrative systems, maintaining accurate records, and acting as a first point of contact for parents, staff, and external agencies.
Finance & Funding
- Raise monthly invoices, apply discounts and respond to fee queries
- Chase outstanding payments in line with First Friends policies
- Prepare and submit accurate termly funding claims to the local authority
- Liaise with the local authority regarding funding queries and discrepancies
- Maintain milk records and process government milk refunds
Administration & Customer Service
- Provide comprehensive administrative support to the nursery management team
- Act as a point of contact for parents, visitors, contractors and suppliers
- Manage nursery correspondence, including phone calls, emails and messages
- Maintain accurate child and staff records across internal systems
- Support staff training administration and keep records up to date
- Ensure GDPR compliance within the office environment
- Log and monitor building maintenance and facility requirements
Skills and Experience
- Previous administrative experience (essential)
- Strong organisational and time management skills
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)
- High level of accuracy and attention to detail
- Ability to handle confidential information sensitively
Desirable
- Experience working in a nursery, school, or childcare setting
- Knowledge of childcare regulations (e.g. EYFS in the UK)
- Familiarity with nursery management software (Tapestry)
Personal Qualities
- Friendly and approachable manner
- Professional and reliable
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Flexible and adaptable
- An extra day off to celebrate your birthday
- Paid attendance at our annual conference
- In-house recognition awards
- Staff wellbeing days with treats and appreciation
- Childcare discounts for staff (after completion of probationary period)
- Ongoing opportunities for career development and training
If you’re looking to be part of a nursery where you are valued, supported, listened to, and truly appreciated, we would love to hear from you.
Apply today and become part of something special.
Benefits:
- Childcare discounts after successful completion of probationary period.
- Company events
- Company pension
- Flexitime
Pay: From £12.72 per hour
Benefits:
- Additional leave
- Childcare
- Company events
- Company pension
- Employee discount
- Flexitime
- Referral programme
Experience:
- Administrative: 2 years (required)
- childcare Funding: 1 year (required)
Work authorisation:
- United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person
