Nursery Administration Apprentice

About the role

🚀 Apprentice Business Administrator - Kickstart Your Career! 🚀

Are you super organised, motivated, and ready to dive into the world of business admin? This apprenticeship is your golden ticket! 🤩 Get hands-on experience with all sorts of admin tasks in a fun nursery setting, build awesome office and communication skills, and earn while you learn in a supportive and rewarding environment. ✨

What you'll be doing:

• Being the ultimate first point of contact – answering calls and greeting everyone with a smile and professionalism! 👋
• Managing diaries and keeping things running smoothly. 🗓️
• Showing visitors around and keeping our security system in check. 🧐
• Keeping contact lists updated and always maintaining confidentiality. 🤫
• Helping to update our nursery's social media (Tapestry & Famly) with exciting news and pics! 📸
• Assisting with payroll spreadsheets (don't worry, you'll get guidance!). 💰
• Creating and sending out letters, newsletters, and important info. ✉️
• Helping with regular reports and taking meeting minutes. 📝
• Keeping our filing system top-notch and ordering office supplies. 🗂️
• Updating records and raising any concerns with the Nursery Manager. 🗣️
• Handling some cash and keeping the office looking sharp and tidy. 💵
• Working closely with the Nursery Manager and Deputy on all sorts of tasks. 🤝
• Being the friendly face of the nursery and demonstrating excellent customer service.
• Following instructions from the Nursery Manager (or person in charge when they're out!).
• Partnering with parents and carers, recognising they're their child's first educators. 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦
• Encouraging parents to get involved and be part of our nursery community. 🥳
• Being aware of child protection and following our safeguarding policies. 🛡️
• Taking part in professional development and training opportunities. 📚
• Collaborating with other early years professionals and outside agencies. 🌐

This is a busy and dynamic role supporting our amazing nursery staff.

Note: No worries if you don't have all the desired qualifications or experience yet! First Rung can help you gain the training and experience you need. Training will be one day a week at our Ponders End Centre (EN3). 🎓

Key responsibilities

• Managing administrative tasks, including diary management, filing, and record keeping.
• Serving as the first point of contact, handling telephone calls, and greeting visitors.
• Preparing monthly payroll spreadsheets and assisting with financial administration.
• Producing and distributing essential communications, such as letters, newsletters, and emails.
• Maintaining confidentiality and updating nursery-specific information systems.

Skills