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- Annual Salary: £32,000
- Location: Hove
- Job Type: Full Time
We are seeking an Administration Manager to oversee the administrative, operational, and business functions of a nursery based in Hove. This role is ideal for a proactive, organized, and methodical individual who is committed to sustainability and community engagement. The successful candidate will possess exceptional communication skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks while maintaining a welcoming and supportive environment for staff, parents, and children.
Day-to-day of the role:- Manage the accounting system, Xero, tracking budgets and operational costs to ensure financial efficiency.
- Oversee funding claims and ensure compliance with local council agreements, including Early Years Entitlement funding.
- Ensure invoices and financial records are accurate, including processing parent invoices on the 1st of each month.
- Liaise with parents clearly on all office matters and ensure all GDPR and confidentiality protocols are followed consistently.
- Manage staff recruitment in line with Safer Recruitment practices, including DBS checks, advertising, and onboarding.
- Coordinate and streamline the onboarding of new children, ensuring parents receive accurate and timely communication.
- Manage communication with external partners, such as IT providers, maintenance services, and regulatory agencies.
- Record meetings and interviews and store them in staff or other relevant folders.
- Manage holiday schedules and always ensure adequate staffing coverage.
- Proven experience in office working, preferably within the early years or education sector.
- Comprehensive understanding of early years regulations, or willingness to learn.
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office, Excel, Xero, and DocHub.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to multitask effectively and prioritise competing demands.
- High ethical standards and a passion for sustainability and community engagement.
