Nursery Administration apprentice

Summary

If you’re organised, motivated, and eager to start your career in business, our apprenticeship is the perfect opportunity for you. Earn while you learn as you gain hands-on experience in office administration, develop essential business skills, and achieve a recognized qualification in business - all within a supportive and professional environment.

Annual wage: £11,648 a year
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Training course: Business administrator (level 3)
Hours: Monday to Friday 9am to 5pm
35 hours a week
Possible start date: Monday 20 January
Duration: 1 year 6 months
Positions available: 1

Work

As an apprentice, you’ll work at a company and get hands-on experience. You’ll gain new skills and work alongside experienced staff.

What you’ll do at work

Manage general correspondence and be the main point of contact for parents regarding admissions etc. and other external enquiries
Supporting the registration paperwork relating to new starters at the nursery and reservations
Alongside the Nursery Manager, help ensure that Sunrise meets its obligations in relation to health & safety, equal opportunities, diversity and discrimination and other relevant statutory obligations
Monitor and maintain insurance policies
Alongside the Nursery Manager, initiate cost-saving/cutting arrangements, negotiate purchasing contracts ensuring where possible ordering nursery supplies at minimal cost
Maintaining family and account records on the nursery computer program which training will be provided
Review of the monthly Suggested Fee Report. Raise any concerns with the Nursery Manager
Collection of fees including the administration of Childcare vouchers, pursuing outstanding fees and resolving any account queries
Maintaining accurate and confidential staff, children, and parent’s records
Generating reports to appropriate and approved by Nursery Manager
Preparing monthly payroll spreadsheet. Ensure that this is authorised by the Nursery Manager/Deputy before forwarding to the accountant
Liaising with Nursery Manager with general employee administration
General computer use, accurate use of Microsoft Office Application
Working with Nursery Software-Baby’s Days
Keeping petty cash records
Welcoming parents, children and visitors and tour of the setting
Communicating pleasantly and effectively in person, in writing and on the telephone
Keeping the office tidy
Working closely with the Nursery Manager/Deputy
General office duties
Any other duties requested by the Nursery Manager/Deputy

Where you’ll work

MILLER MEMORIAL HALL

THE AVENUE

TOTTENHAM

LONDON

N17 6TG

Training

An apprenticeship includes regular training with a college or other training organisation. At least 20% of your working hours will be spent training or studying.

College or training organisation

FIRST RUNG LIMITED

Your training course

Business administrator (level 3)

Equal to A level

Course contents

Skilled in the use of multiple IT packages and systems relevant to the organisation in order to: write letters or emails, create proposals, perform financial processes, record and analyse data. Examples include MS Office or equivalent packages. Able to choose the most appropriate IT solution to suit the business problem. Able to update and review databases, record information and produce data analysis where required.
Produces accurate records and documents including: emails, letters, files, payments, reports and proposals. Makes recommendations for improvements and present solutions to management. Drafts correspondence, writes reports and able to review others' work. Maintains records and files, handles confidential information in compliance with the organisation's procedures. Coaches others in the processes required to complete these tasks.
Exercises proactivity and good judgement. Makes effective decisions based on sound reasoning and is able to deal with challenges in a mature way. Seeks advice of more experienced team members when appropriate.
Builds and maintains positive relationships within their own team and across the organisation. Demonstrates ability to influence and challenge appropriately. Becomes a role model to peers and team members, developing coaching skills as they gain area knowledge.
Demonstrates good communication skills, whether face-to-face, on the telephone, in writing or on digital platforms. Uses the most appropriate channels to communicate effectively. Demonstrates agility and confidence in communications, carrying authority appropriately. Understands and applies social media solutions appropriately. Answers questions from inside and outside of the organisation, representing the organisation or department.
Completes tasks to a high standard. Demonstrates the necessary level of expertise required to complete tasks and applies themself to continuously improve their work. Is able to review processes autonomously and make suggestions for improvements. Shares administrative best-practice across the organisation e.g. coaches others to perform tasks correctly. Applies problem-solving skills to resolve challenging or complex complaints and is a key point of contact for addressing issues.
Takes responsibility for initiating and completing tasks, manages priorities and time in order to successfully meet deadlines. Positively manages the expectations of colleagues at all levels and sets a positive example for others in the workplace. Makes suggestions for improvements to working practice, showing understanding of implications beyond the immediate environment (e.g. impact on clients, suppliers, other parts of the organisation). Manages resources e.g. equipment or facilities. Organises meetings and events, takes minutes during meetings and creates action logs as appropriate. Takes responsibility for logistics e.g. travel and accommodation.
Uses relevant project management principles and tools to scope, plan, monitor and report. Plans required resources to successfully deliver projects. Undertakes and leads projects as and when required.

Your training plan

Business Administrator Level 3.

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

Requirements

Desirable qualifications

GCSE in:

English (grade 4)
Maths (grade 4)

Let the company know about other relevant qualifications and industry experience you have. They can adjust the apprenticeship to reflect what you already know.

Skills

Communication skills
IT skills
Problem solving skills
Presentation skills
Administrative skills
Patience

Other requirements

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

About this company

Since 2011 Sunrise Early Years and Childcare has been offering the community with good quality childcare and education. Through our family centered ethos we have won the hearts of the community. Sunrise under the leadership of Mrs Gladys Baah-Okyere has made major improvements over the years and was rated Good by Ofsted in January 2019 Our quest for excellence has seen the children in our care blossom over the years. We will like to assure parents that your children are in safe hands. We will continue to ensure that your children are given the appropriate and best care and education to enable them reach their full potential. Please parents note that we will be here when you need a helping hand, a listening ear and a caring arm.

http://www.sunrisesnursery.com/ (opens in new tab)

After this apprenticeship

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

Ask a question

The contact for this apprenticeship is:

FIRST RUNG LIMITED

Sabreena

svalydon@firstrung.org.uk

07495 464797

The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC1000289058.

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Closes on Thursday 9 January

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