At a Glance
- Tasks: Be the friendly face of our nursery, managing calls and supporting daily operations.
- Company: Join Haringey Council, a vibrant community-focused organisation in a diverse borough.
- Benefits: Enjoy 31 days leave, hybrid working, health support, and a generous pension scheme.
- Other info: Embrace a culture of inclusivity and creativity in a dynamic work environment.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in children's lives while working in a supportive team.
- Qualifications: Experience in administration and excellent communication skills are essential.
The predicted salary is between 30288 - 31611 £ per year.
Starting salary: SC4 (£30,288 – £31,611)
Work location: Park Lane Children’s Centre, 139 Park Lane, Tottenham, London, N17 0HB
Hours per week: 36 per week
Contract type: Permanent
Closing date: Sunday, 5th July 2026 at 23:59
Expected interview date: W/c 13th
About Haringey
Haringey is a fantastic place to live and work – the world in one borough. A place brimming with creativity, personality, radicalism, and community. It is a place where we stand up for each other. A place that is proudly distinctive. We’ll be celebrating all this and more as the “rebel borough” when we are the 2027 London Borough of Culture. Our history champions change‑makers and everyday rebels; reveling in our differences, battling discrimination, championing equality and doing things our own way. Haringey’s people are a huge asset, with knowledge, expertise and passion. Our staff members embody our organisational values: Caring, Creative, Courageous, Collaborative and Community‑focused. These values keep us looking forward, ambitious for the future, and continuously striving to do our very best for all of our residents.
About the Role
We are seeking an organised and friendly Nursery Administrator/Receptionist to be the first point of contact for our centre. You will play a key role in creating a welcoming environment for parents, carers, children, and visitors, while ensuring the smooth day‑to‑day running of the office. Responsibilities include managing calls and enquiries, maintaining records and databases, supporting bookings and events, and providing essential administrative support to the wider team.
About the Team
You will be joining a supportive and collaborative team within Children’s Services, working in a busy and community‑focused environment. The team is committed to delivering high‑quality services to families and children, and you will be an integral part of ensuring operations run efficiently. You will work closely with colleagues across the centre, contributing to a positive, professional, and well‑organised service for all users.
About You
You will have experience in administration and working with the public, along with excellent communication and interpersonal skills. You are confident using IT systems, highly organised, and able to prioritise a varied workload effectively. A flexible, “can‑do” approach is essential, as well as the ability to work as part of a team and handle sensitive information with confidentiality and care. You take pride in delivering excellent customer service and creating a positive experience for everyone you interact with.
Working for Haringey
At Haringey Council we are committed to creating a workplace culture where all our people feel valued, included, and able to be their best at work, and we recognise the benefits of a diverse workforce so welcome applications from all ethnicities and communities so that we continue to make a difference to our residents and community. Our benefits package includes a leave entitlement of 31 days + bank holidays, potential hybrid working opportunities, health and wellbeing support, a generous local government pension scheme and a range of discount schemes across leisure and culture that provide both financial and money‑saving discounts.
Please note: we reserve the right to end this advert before the noted deadline if we receive sufficient applications. If you wish to apply for this role, please ensure that you do so as soon as possible. Additionally, we are aware that automated emails may be diverted through to junk email folders. Please continue to check these through the application process. If you have any questions about the status of your application, please contact ResourcingHub@haringey.gov.uk
Nursery Administrator/Receptionist (Park Lane) employer: Haringey Council
Haringey Council is an exceptional employer, offering a vibrant and inclusive work culture that values creativity, collaboration, and community engagement. As a Nursery Administrator/Receptionist at the Park Lane Children’s Centre, you will enjoy a generous benefits package, including 31 days of leave plus bank holidays, health and wellbeing support, and opportunities for hybrid working. Join a dedicated team committed to making a positive impact in the lives of families and children in a borough celebrated for its diversity and community spirit.
