Nursery Administrator

Grandir UK Limited; Greater London; Remote; GBP 17,000 - 19,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

33 days annual leave

Flexible working options

Pension scheme with employer contrib.

Life assurance

Wellbeing benefits

Job summary

Grandir UK Limited’s Dicky Birds Day Nursery in Surbiton is seeking a Nursery Administrator to join our supportive team. You will provide high levels of administration support and contribute to the strategic planning, monitoring, evaluation, and development of the nursery.

The role offers a salary of £12.71-£14.00 per hour, with regular pay reviews, and a range of benefits including 33 days holiday, a workplace pension, flexible working options, life assurance and wellbeing benefits to support

Responsibilities

• Maintaining Famly and account records on nursery computer program Connect (training will be provided)
• Review of the monthly Suggested Fee Report
• Resolving any account queries, including the administration of childcare vouchers, collecting fees, and pursuing outstanding fees
• Maintaining accurate and confidential staff, children, and parent records
• Sending reports to Head Office
• Preparing banking and monthly payroll spreadsheet
• Liaising with Nursery Manager and Head Office about general employee administration
• Sending authorized invoices for payment and applying for authorized refunds
• Keeping petty cash records
• Welcoming parents, children, and visitors
• Communicating pleasantly and effectively in person, in writing and on the telephone

Job description

Job Description

Nursery Administrator

Part of Grandir UK

Salary (£12.71-£14.00) (depending on experience and qualifications with regular pay reviews)

Join a supportive, child focused nursery offering strong benefits, flexible working and genuine career progression.

Our Dicky Birds Day Nursery in Surbitonis looking for a Nursery Administrator to join our team. You'll provide high levels of administration support and contribute to the strategic planning, monitoring, evaluation, and development of the nursery.

Why You'll Love Working at Dicky Birds

At Maple Road you will be part of a welcoming and supportive team who genuinely care about one another. We create a positive working environment where everyone feels valued, respected and supported to grow.

Core Benefits

• 33 days annual leave including bank holidays, with 3 days used during the Christmas shutdown period
• Christmas and New Year shutdown
• Flexible working options available
• £500 refer a friend bonus
• Company pension scheme with employer contributions
• Statutory Sick Pay from day 1
• Life assurance for employees aged 18 to 65
• Certified Great Place to Work, voted for by our current colleagues

About Our Nursery

At our nursery, we are dedicated to fostering a nurturing atmosphere where young minds can thrive and grow. Offering a home-from-home environment where children are encouraged to discover the world around them and their interests through fun and engaging activities. We offer exceptional Early Years education throughout the nursery ensuring that the children are learning lifelong skills.

Dicky Birds Maple Road in Surbiton, London is proudly rated Outstanding by Ofsted ! Receiving the highest Ofsted rating is a true testament to the outstanding care and education this nursery team provides, and showcases that they are one of the best nurseries in the London area all the way from Kingston Upon Thames to Richmond.

Location

Our Dicky Birds Day Nursery and Preschool is perfectly positioned at Claremont Hall, right at the junction of Maple Road and Claremont Road. This prime location provides excellent access to local transport links, with Surbiton train station just a 10-minute walk away and Kingston upon Thames Station a 30-minute stroll. Families from Kingston upon Thames, New Malden, and nearby areas like Hinchley Wood, Surrey, can easily reach us via various bus routes

What will you be doing:

• Maintaining Famly and account records on nursery computer program Connect (training will be provided)
• Review of the monthly Suggested Fee Report
• Resolving any account queries, including the administration of childcare vouchers, collecting fees, and pursuing outstanding fees
• Maintaining accurate and confidential staff, children, and parent records
• Sending reports to Head Office
• Preparing banking and monthly payroll spreadsheet
• Liaising with Nursery Manager and Head Office about general employee administration
• Sending authorized invoices for payment and applying for authorized refunds
• Keeping petty cash records
• Welcoming parents, children, and visitors
• Communicating pleasantly and effectively in person, in writing and on the telephone

Enhanced Family and Wellbeing Benefits

• Maternity and adoption leave paid at 100 percent for the first 12 weeks
• Paternity leave paid at 100 percent for 4 weeks
• Parental bereavement leave up to 4 weeks paid
• Compassionate leave up to 2 weeks paid
• Miscarriage leave up to 2 weeks paid
• Wellbeing Day, an extra day off just for you
• The Grand Event, up to an additional week of annual leave to attend a significant life event after 2 years' service

Even More Benefits

• Employee benefits portal with hundreds of retail discounts including ASOS, gym memberships, cinema, M and S and major supermarkets
• 24 hour remote GP appointments
• Medical cashback for dental treatment, physiotherapy and alternative therapies
• Recognition, rewards and team celebrations throughout the year, with May dedicated to celebrating our teams
• Tailored in house training and genuine progression opportunities
• Sustainability focus with Carbon Literacy trained teams and Eco Schools accreditation

Grandir UK is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. An enhanced DBS check is required for this role.

We are an equal opportunity employer and recruit based on merit.To support our recruitment process, we may use AI-assisted tools for tasks such as application screening and reference checks. These tools help us manage applications efficiently, and all hiring decisions are made by our team.