Nursery Office Administrator (Part-Time)
26.25 hours per week | Monday to Friday | 7.45 am – 1.00 pm
Salary: £19,500 per annum (26.25 hours per week)
Location: Dunchurch Montessori Nursery School, Dunchurch
Join Our Friendly Team
The Dunchurch Montessori Nursery School is looking for an organised, friendly and reliable Nursery Office Administrator to become the welcoming face of our nursery.
This is a varied and rewarding role where you will work closely with our Nursery Manager, supporting the smooth day-to-day operation of the nursery while providing excellent service to prospective and existing families. If you enjoy working with people, are highly organised and thrive in a busy environment, we would love to hear from you.
As the first point of contact for many parents and visitors, you will play an important role in creating a positive impression of our nursery while ensuring our administrative systems run efficiently.
About the Role
Working as part of our close-knit team, you will be responsible for a wide range of office and administrative duties, helping to ensure the smooth and efficient running of the nursery.
Key Responsibilities
- Welcome parents, visitors and professionals to the nursery in a warm and professional manner.
- Answer telephone and email enquiries from prospective and existing parents, responding professionally and directing enquiries where appropriate.
- Manage the nursery diary, appointments and meeting schedules.
- Maintain accurate children's records and administrative documentation.
- Prepare and issue invoices, fee information and other parent communications.
- Use Google Workspace (Gmail, Docs, Sheets and Calendar) to manage day-to-day administration.
- Assist with basic bookkeeping and financial administration.
- Organise and maintain electronic and paper filing systems.
- Prepare documents, letters and reports as required.
- Support the Nursery Manager, Bursar and wider nursery team with administrative tasks.
- Coordinate meetings and prepare documentation where required.
- Maintain confidentiality and comply with GDPR requirements.
- Help ensure office procedures remain efficient and well organised.
Training and Professional Development
We are committed to investing in our staff.
Following your induction, you will receive fully funded training in:
- Safeguarding Auditing
- Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL)
- Adult First Aid
- Other statutory training including GDPR relevant to your role
About You
We are looking for someone who:
- Is reliable, punctual and dependable.
- Has previous experience in an administrative or office support role.
- Has excellent organisational skills and can manage multiple priorities.
- Has excellent spoken and written English.
- Has strong customer service and interpersonal skills.
- Is confident communicating with parents, colleagues and external professionals.
- Has excellent telephone manner and communication skills.
- Has a high level of accuracy and attention to detail.
- Is confident using Google Workspace (Gmail, Docs, Sheets and Calendar) or similar office software.
- Can work independently whilst also contributing positively as part of a team.
- Can handle confidential information professionally and discreetly.
- Enjoys working in a busy, friendly environment where no two days are the same.
Why Join Us?
At The Dunchurch Montessori Nursery School, we pride ourselves on providing a warm, caring and professional environment for both children and staff. We value every member of our team and recognise the important contribution our Nursery Office Administrator makes to the success of the nursery.
This role offers the opportunity to become a valued member of a supportive and friendly team while developing new skills through funded professional training.
Benefits
- Company pension
- Fully funded training and professional development
- Free lunch and refreshments during working hours
- Free on-site parking
- Company social events
- Supportive and friendly working environment
Additional Information
Hours: 26.25 hours per week (Monday to Friday, 7.45 am – 1.00 pm)
Salary: £19,500 per annum
Location: In person at Dunchurch Montessori Nursery School, Dunchurch.
Appointment is subject to satisfactory references, an Enhanced DBS check and completion of all required safeguarding and statutory training.
If you are an organised, enthusiastic and customer-focused administrator looking to join a friendly and supportive nursery, we would be delighted to hear from you.
Pay: £19,500.00 per year
Benefits:
- Free parking
- On-site parking
Work Location: In person
