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Nursery Administration apprentice

Bright Gems Nursery LTD · London · posted 16 January 2026

Wage
£14,560 a year
Hours
35 hours a week
Duration
1 Year 6 Months
Level
Advanced (Level 3)
Standard
Business administrator (level 3)
Starts
21 September 2026
Closing date
10 September 2026
Positions
1

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  • Answering telephone calls and communicating pleasantly and effectively in person, in writing
  • Managing diary
  • To be the first point of contact for people contacting the nursery greeting customers with the utmost professionalism and showing around and maintaining security system for visitors
  • Maintaining all contact list
  • Maintaining confidentiality at all times
  • Updating nursery Tapestry and Famly social media with children's and parents information
  • Preparing monthly payroll spreadsheet. Ensure that this is authorised by the Nursery Manager/Deputy
  • Produce and distribute, letters, newsletters, emails and any relevant information accordingly
  • Assist in regular reports
  • Take minutes of meetings
  • Maintaining filling system
  • Order office supply’s
  • Update records
  • Raise any concerns with the Nursery Manager.
  • Handling some cash
  • Keeping the office tidy
  • Working closely with the Nursery Manager/Deputy
  • General office duties including general employee and children
    administration
  • Any other duties requested by the Manager/Deputy
  • Ordering from suppliers
  • Ensuring payments are up to date as instructed by nursery manager
  • Demonstrating a high standard of service as front house of the nursery
  • Following directions of the nursery manager, in the absence of the
    manger, following directions of the person in charge
  • Work in partnership with parents and carers, recognising that parents are their children’s first educators and primary attachment
  • Encourage continuous parental involvement in the nursery
  • Be aware of child protection issues and follow the nursery’s Safeguarding
  • Children's policy and procedures
  • Participate in professional development and training
  • Work in partnership with other early years professionals and outside agencies, e.g. Haringey Early Years team
  • The post will be working in a busy environment supporting the nursery staff

Your training

  • Training will be once a week at our Ponders End Centre (EN3)

Where it leads

If the applicant is successful they can go into further training or employment.

About Bright Gems Nursery LTD

Bright Gems Nursery prides itself in creating a happy safe, caring and stimulating environment. We provide a solid foundation for early childhood development and follow the Early Years Curriculum. The nursery features three spacious rooms with natural furnishings and carefully selected resources. The calming environment offers children an exclusive space to flourish and develop into confident, creative, and curious learners. Complementing this is our incredible outdoor garden giving children the chance to learn and explore the outdoor environment through active play and discovery.

Things to consider

Note: If you do not have the desirable qualifications or work experience, First Rung can assist you with training and work experience opportunities.

Skills they're looking for

Communication skillsIT skillsProblem solving skillsPresentation skillsAdministrative skillsPatience

Entry requirements

  • GCSE English (grade 4) — desired
  • GCSE Maths (grade 4) — desired

Where you'll work

  • Ashley Road, London, N17 9LN

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