Administration Assistant

Richmond and Wandsworth Councils; City Of London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A local council in London is seeking a dedicated Administration Assistant for Somerset Nursery School. The role requires excellent IT skills and previous experience in school administration. Working 20 hours per week during term time, the candidate will support the administration team with various tasks. If you possess strong communication abilities and a commitment to safeguarding children, we encourage you to apply before the closing date.

Qualifications

• Recent experience of working in a school administrative role is essential.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills are required.

Responsibilities

• Support the administration team at Somerset Nursery School.
• Handle inquiries both over the phone and in person.

Skills

Excellent IT skills

Experience in Arbor

Experience in Access

Excellent written and verbal communication

Job description

Administration Assistant - Somerset Nursery School and Children's Centre

Overview

20 hours a week

39 weeks per year

Required as soon as possible

Somerset is a successful, vibrant, friendly open-plan nursery school, with a strong approach to team work and inclusion.

A vacancy has arisen and we are seeking to appoint an energetic and committed Administration Assistant to complement our friendly and hard-working team.

The post is for 39 weeks, term time only plus 5 INSET Days.

It is essential that you have recent experience of working in a school administrative role, and you must have an excellent level of IT skills with experience in Arbor and Access being desirable. Excellent written and verbal communication skills are essential to deal with enquiries both over the phone and face to face.

Requirements & Qualifications

Candidates are strongly encouraged to visit the school. Please ring to make an appointment with Rachel Rollerson, Federation Business Leader on 020 7223 5455.

For further information and to apply please download an application and details below.

Completed applications to be returned to the school either by email - [e-mail] or post.

Or for any further details please contact the school on the telephone number above.

Closing Date: 31 October 2025 (at noon)

Interviews: Week commencing 10 November 2025

Pre-interview references will be sort

Previous applicants need not apply

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

This post is subject to a DBS check.

CVs are not accepted.

Somerset Nursery School and Children's Centre

157-159 Battersea Church Road,

London, SW11 3ND

Tel: [phone]

Fax: [phone]

Email: [e-mail]

Richmond and Wandsworth Councils

Attached documents

• Admin Asst - JD and PS.pdf
• Wandsworth Application form.doc

Salary: £14,680.44 per annum

Job Reference: randw/TP/55/8645

Contract Type: Term Time

Closing Date: 31 October, 2025

Job Category: Schools / Academies - Support staff roles

Business Unit: SFS Schools

Location: Greater London, United Kingdom

Posted on: 25 September, 2025

Disclaimer: It is essential that you have recent experience of working in a school administrative role, and you must have an excellent level of IT skills with experience in Arbor and Access being desirable. Excellent written and verbal communication skills are essential to deal with enquiries both over the phone and face to face.