Secretary Work, Jobs in Ottery Saint Mary, Dev (with Salaries)

Early Years Office Administrator/HR Support - Maternity cover
Little Pearls Nursery Limited —Exeter
- £27,040 - £29,120 a year
- Full-time
- Childcare
- English
- Microsoft Office
- Free parking
- Health & wellbeing programme
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5d
Join Our Growing Legal Team in Devon – Multiple Vacancies for Solicitors/CILEX/Paralegal/Secretarial
Gilbert Stephens Solicitors —Exeter
- £26,000.00 - £57,976.64 a year
- Part-time
- IT
- In-person
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4d
Personal Operations Assistant
Greenway Electrical —Taunton
- £15 - £20 an hour
- Part-time
- Hybrid work
- Microsoft Powerpoint
- Maintenance
- English
- Flexitime
- Gym membership
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1d
Admin Assistant - Bank - Care Home
Barchester Healthcare —Exmouth
- £15.65 an hour
- Part-time
- Computer skills
- Annual leave
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Medical Receptionist/Secretary
Church View Medical Centre —Ilminster
- Part-time
- Administrative experience
- IT
- In-person
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Administrative Assistant
Lyme Regis Town Council —Lyme Regis
- £13.47 - £14.13 an hour
- 8 hour shift
- Hybrid work
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft Outlook
- Accounting
- Free parking
- Health & wellbeing programme
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Personal Assistant
Elysium Healthcare —Cullompton
- £27,431 a year
- Part-time
- Computer literacy
- Travel
- Organisational skills
- Free parking
- Annual leave
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8d
Business Administrator
Ministry of Justice —Exeter
- £20,001 - £40,000 a year
- Part-time
- Hybrid work
- English
- Presentation skills
- Banking
- Annual leave
12d
Office Admin Support
Gwella Contracting Services —Exeter
- £26,500 - £28,000 a year
- Full-time
- Management
- In-person
- Leadership
- Profit sharing
- Life insurance
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Medical Secretary
Somerset NHS Foundation Trust —Taunton
- £25,760 - £27,476 a year
- Full-time
- Microsoft Office
- Typing
- Medical terminology
- Annual leave
- Employee discount
Clinical Negligence Secretary/Legal Assistant
Tozers —Exeter
- Full-time
- Administrative experience
11d
Office Administrator
Static Homes UK Ltd —Exeter
- £26,520 a year
- Full-time
- English
- Accounting
- Organisational skills
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Office Administrator
Verm-X and Hilton Herbs —Crewkerne
- £24,420.00 - £27,343.59 a year
- Full-time
- Microsoft Excel
- In-person
- Communication skills
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Podiatry Admin Assistant
Torbay and South Devon NHS Foundation Trust —Torquay
- £25,272 a year
- Part-time
- Typing
4d
Administrative Assistant
Ide Lane Surgery —Exeter
- From £13 an hour
- Full-time
- Customer service
- In-person
- Medical terminology
- Free parking
- Annual leave
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10d
Valeter / Driver / Admin Assistant
NEWTON MOTOR BODIES LTD —Newton Abbot
- From £13 an hour
- Part-time
- Computer skills
- In-person
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Legal Secretary - Family Law
Walker Family Law —Exeter
- £26,250 - £29,896 a year
- Full-time
- IT
- Communication skills
- Time management
- Free parking
- Annual leave
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3d
Office Administrator – EHCP Team
Exeter College —Exeter
- £25,456 - £26,832 a year
- Full-time
- Microsoft Office
- Administrative experience
- IT
12d
Business Administrator - Equalities
Ministry of Justice —Newton Abbot
- £20,001 - £40,000 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- English
- Presentation skills
- Bachelor's degree
- Annual leave
2d
Admin Assistant
ADS Drilling —Exeter
- £27,000 a year
- Full-time
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Outlook
- Free parking
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5d

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Early Years Office Administrator/HR Support - Maternity cover

Little Pearls Nursery Limited
Exeter

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Job details

Permanent | Full-time
£27,040 - £29,120 a year
5 days ago

Benefits

Free parking
Casual dress
Health & wellbeing programme
Cycle to work scheme
Employee mentoring programme
Annual leave
Discounted or free food
Company pension
Company events
Employee assistance programme
Employee discount
Flexible schedule
Bereavement leave
Childcare

Qualifications

Childcare
Driving Licence
GCSE
Early childhood education
English
Microsoft Office
Administrative experience
Driving
Human resources
Communication skills
Time management

Full job description

Join Our Team – Early Years Office Administrator / HR Support (Maternity Cover)

Hours: Min. 32 hours to Max. 40 hours

Ideal Start Date: Week Commencing 17th August

About Us

Little Pearls Nursery has proudly served our community for over 8 years, and our natural, child-centred approach has earned us a reputation that speaks for itself — with over 50 families currently on our waiting list.

We're looking for an organised, proactive and personable Early Years Office Administrator / HR Support to join our team on a maternity cover contract. This is a fantastic opportunity to become part of a thriving, independent nursery where no two days are the same and where every member of the team plays a vital role in supporting children, families and colleagues.

At Little Pearls, we believe in celebrating every child as unique. Our ethos is built on strong relationships with families, a warm and inclusive environment, and an unrelenting drive for continual improvement. We are proud to be an independent setting with a culture of collaboration and high standards. Many of our team members have been with us for over five years, creating a kind, respectful and supportive workplace.

Learn more about us at www.littlepearls.co.uk

Who We're Looking For

We are seeking someone who is:

Highly organised with excellent administrative skills and attention to detail.
A confident communicator who enjoys building positive relationships with families, colleagues and external professionals.
Experienced in office administration, HR administration or a similar role (experience within an early years or education setting is desirable but not essential).
Able to manage multiple priorities while maintaining accuracy and professionalism.
Confident using Microsoft Office and digital systems.
Discreet, trustworthy and able to handle confidential information appropriately.
Positive, adaptable and happy to support the wider nursery team wherever needed.
Committed to maintaining high standards and contributing to our ambitious, quality-driven ethos.

Key Responsibilities

As our Early Years Office Administrator / HR Support, you will:

Be the first point of contact for parents, visitors and telephone enquiries, providing a warm and professional welcome.
Provide comprehensive administrative support to the nursery leadership team.
Assist with HR administration, including recruitment paperwork, onboarding/offboarding, maintaining employee records and supporting safer recruitment processes.
Maintain accurate digital and paper filing systems while ensuring confidentiality and compliance with GDPR.
Prepare letters, reports and nursery documentation.
Coordinate meetings, training sessions and staff communications.
Order and manage office, first aid and nursery supplies, ensuring stock levels are maintained.
Liaise with external agencies, professionals and suppliers as required.
Support the smooth day-to-day running of the nursery office and administrative systems, such as managing and tracking overtime.
Maintain office equipment and contribute to an organised, efficient working environment.
Assist with compliance, record keeping and documentation to support Ofsted and statutory requirements such as health and safety.
Work collaboratively with the management team to continuously improve nursery systems and processes.

Experience

Previous administration experience is essential.
HR administration experience is desirable but not essential.
Experience within an early years, education or childcare environment would be advantageous.
Excellent organisational, time management and communication skills.
Ability to prioritise workload and work independently while supporting a busy team.

Why Join Little Pearls?

We value our team and offer a generous range of benefits:

Competitive salary, reviewed at the end of probation and annually
Mileage and travel allowance for work-related journeys
Free enhanced DBS check for all staff
Childcare discount on non-funded hours at our nursery (conditions apply)
Free hot lunch daily and access to a Nespresso coffee machine
Flexible working patterns to support work-life balance
Flexible dependent days to support school holidays and family needs
28 days of annual leave, including all bank holidays off, increasing with length of service
Long service awards starting at 3 years
Closed for one week over Christmas (dates confirmed annually)
Closed on all bank holidays
Pay advances available when times are tough
Travel cost loans to help with commuting or relocation
Cycle to Work scheme
Company pension scheme
Paid bereavement leave
Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) offering confidential advice, counselling and discounts on shopping, travel and more
Tailored CPD and professional development opportunities
Leadership development and progression opportunities within our growing organisation
Employee mentoring programme
Health and wellbeing programme
Casual dress code in our modern, purpose-built nursery
Free nearby staff parking
Regular team socials and staff appreciation events
Birthday gifts and bonuses
A supportive, inclusive workplace where people genuinely enjoy coming to work

Work Structure

Monday to Friday
No evenings or weekends
Maternity Cover
Stable and supportive working environment within a successful, growing nursery

If you're an organised, enthusiastic administrator who enjoys supporting people and making a real difference behind the scenes, we'd love to hear from you.

Safeguarding Statement

At Little Pearls Nursery Ltd, safeguarding is of paramount importance. We are fully committed to protecting and promoting the welfare of all children in our care. We follow safer recruitment procedures, including enhanced DBS checks, reference checks and thorough vetting, to ensure all staff and volunteers are suitable to work with children. Our team receives regular safeguarding training and follows clear policies and procedures in line with statutory guidance. We maintain a culture of vigilance and accountability, ensuring every child feels safe, valued and supported.

Apply today and become part of the Little Pearls family.

Pay: £27,040.00-£29,120.00 per year

Benefits:

Bereavement leave
Casual dress
Childcare
Company events
Company pension
Discounted or free food
Employee discount
Employee mentoring programme
Free parking
Health & wellbeing programme

Education:

GCSE or equivalent (preferred)

Experience:

Nursery: 1 year (preferred)

Language:

a good level of English (required)

Licence/Certification:

Driving Licence (preferred)
Level 2 qualification in Early Years (required)

Work authorisation:

United Kingdom (required)

Work Location: In person

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