At a Glance
- Tasks: Support our nursery team as an Administration Assistant/Receptionist, engaging with children and families.
- Company: Join the friendly and expanding Parklands Nursery School in Northampton.
- Benefits: Enjoy flexible hours, professional development, discounted nursery sessions, and well-being support.
- Other info: Opportunities for progression and a supportive team culture await you!
- Why this job: Make a positive impact on young lives while developing your skills in a nurturing environment.
- Qualifications: Strong communication skills and a passion for working with children and families.
The predicted salary is between 12000 - 15000 £ per year.
We have an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic, dedicated and forward-thinking Administration Assistant/Receptionist - Part time 9.75 hours weekly, Monday, Tuesdays and Wednesday 12:30pm-3:45pm Term Time only (39.00 weeks) Maternity Cover to join our well-established nursery team at Parklands Nursery School - Northampton.
Our friendly, expanding nursery school is looking to appoint an efficient and effective member to support the Nursery School team. We are looking for applicants with strong communication skills who will be able to build and maintain respectful and effective relationships with staff, children and their families. You will be motivated and resilient with excellent organisational, interpersonal and time management skills.
The ideal candidate should be friendly, nurturing and professional with excellent communication skills and a good eye for detail. They will work with our children, parents and the staff team and external suppliers and customers. They must be able to use their own initiative, balance priorities and organise an effective work schedule in order to meet multiple needs.
Possesses outstanding communication skills and can work well in teams.
Why Work for us?
- A broad range of online, face-to-face and blended learning opportunities
- Professional qualifications via Apprenticeships
- Opportunities for coaching & professional supervision
- Opportunity for progression and CPD within the Federation and the wider maintained nursery school network
- Discounted nursery sessions for your children
- Free tea and coffee
- Free on-site parking
- Well-being support through our 24/7 employee assistance programme
- Local authority pension scheme
- Blue Light discounts
For more information about the role please visit our Federation website www.ffcnschools.com, we also encourage visits to the site. Please contact Claire Eustace- School Business Manager on 01604 642118 to arrange and discuss the role.
Foundations for Children Nursery Schools Federation is strongly committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. References will be sought for all short-listed candidates and a successful candidate will be required to undertake an enhanced DBS check.
Maternity Cover - Administration Assistant / Receptionist in Northampton employer: Parklands Nursery School,
Foundations for Children Nursery Schools Federation is an exceptional employer, offering a nurturing and supportive work environment at Parklands Nursery School in Northampton. With a strong commitment to professional development, employees benefit from a range of learning opportunities, coaching, and career progression within a well-established team dedicated to high-quality early education. Additional perks such as discounted nursery sessions, well-being support, and a local authority pension scheme further enhance the rewarding experience of working with us.
