Administrator

As a Senior Administrator, you will utilize your expertise to deliver effective reception services, administrative duties, and systems management in our busy nursery. You will uphold administrative procedures and be a key member of the senior team, aligning with Kids' policies and procedures. This unique role requires confidence in diverse situations and the ability to build strong relationships with colleagues, seniors, and clients. Your contribution will support our mission to create a world where every child has opportunities.

This is an excellent opportunity to challenge yourself, be adaptable, and showcase your ideas and skills in a dynamic administrative role within our vibrant nursery. You will play a crucial part in our senior team, enhancing our systems and client relationships.

The role involves occasional travel for scheduled meetings with managers, peers, broader teams, and current and potential partners. Additionally, you will attend fundraising and social events, staff meetings, and training sessions, requiring flexibility.,

• Growth Opportunities: Identify, explore, and deliver growth opportunities through a network of corporate partners.


• Visitor Reception: Welcome and offer hospitality to nursery visitors, ensuring their immediate needs are met and managing 'front of house' duties.


• System Management: Oversee the Nursery Software Management system (training provided) and handle the Nursery telephone system and voicemail.


• Office Management: Implement and manage office duties and procedures, including collecting parent fees according to KIDS financial procedures, maintaining and regularly updating the database.


• Communication and Reporting: Produce high-quality communication materials and reports that support departmental KPIs.


• Relationship Building: Build strong, trusting relationships with key external stakeholders and partners, and assist the senior team and colleagues as needed.


• Service Team Relationships: Form strong relationships with service delivery teams and help build lasting connections.


• Monitoring and Reporting: Track and report income against targets and KPIs., We deeply value the safety and wellbeing of all individuals who interact with our services. Our staff members receive comprehensive training to recognise and address safeguarding concerns. We work closely with families and other organisations to take every reasonable measure to minimise the risk of harm to children, young people, and adults.


To uphold our commitment to inclusivity, we adhere to rigorous safer recruitment and selection procedures. We foster a culture of inclusivity and transparency, where any concerns regarding our personnel can be raised and addressed promptly and appropriately. By identifying and addressing concerning, problematic, or inappropriate behaviour early on, our aim is to create a safe and supportive environment for all.

Please be aware that our Safer Recruitment procedures include conducting a DBS check and a Colleague Suitability Declaration where applicable. We understand the importance of ensuring the safety of vulnerable individuals, and being listed on either of these Barred Lists prohibits individuals from legally working, applying for work, or volunteering in Regulated Activity involving children and/or adults.

Personal Qualities for the Role of Senior Administrator:

• Organizational Skills: Excellent at planning, super organized, adept at prioritizing, and exceptional at managing your workload and meeting deadlines.


• Project Management: Experience in managing multiple projects and duties.


• Energetic and Flexible: Enthusiastic, energetic personality, and flexibility are essential.


• Perseverance and Resilience: Demonstrates perseverance, resilience, and determination.


• Communication Skills: Excellent interpersonal, communication, and negotiation skills, with the ability to correspond with both external and internal audiences.


• Technical Proficiency: Proficient in using Microsoft Office, Excel, and PowerPoint.
  
  Basingstoke Nursery provides a variety of services for both disabled and non-disabled children aged 3 months to 5 years. We foster an inclusive environment where all children can play together and have fun while enhancing essential motor skills and communication development., We're here for children and young people with special education needs and disabilities, young carers and families. We're on a mission to create a world where all kinds of children and young people have all kinds of opportunities. We create life-changing opportunities by providing a wide range of support. Together, we'll empower disabled children to stand up for their rights.


Childhood should be a joyful time. But some children and young people living with special educational needs and disabilities are defined by what they cannot do. That's wrong.

Every child should have an equal opportunity to play, learn, grow and thrive.

Because when the world says we can't, Kids say we can.

Our strategic plan will enable us to reach 120,000 disabled young people and their families, every year, by 2027.

We welcome applications from individuals with disabilities or those who have personal experience with disability. Our goal is to create an environment where everyone feels valued and supported. We are dedicated to making our recruitment process accessible to all, and we are committed to making reasonable adjustments to accommodate the needs of disabled candidates and colleagues. For example, we ensure that our job advertisements are easily accessible, and upon request, we provide application forms in alternative formats, such as large print., Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion are fundamental principles that guide everything we do at Kids. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone feels respected and valued. We strive to ensure that all members of the Kids team have equal access to employment opportunities, promotions, and professional development. Our commitment to inclusivity is embedded in our business planning, organisational structures, values and the personal development plans of all staff members. We believe that by embracing diversity and promoting inclusion, we can create a stronger and more vibrant community for everyone.


• Join a company that truly cares about your wellbeing


• Enjoy an enviable annual leave package, starting at a generous 25 days and growing each year up to 30 days.


• Option to buy an additional 5 days holiday.


• Enjoy your entitlement to Bank Holidays.


• We've got your back with Maternity and Paternity Pay.


• Rest easy knowing you're covered with our Death in Service plan.


• Invest in your pension plan with the option to top it up knowing that Kids is also contributing 3%.


• Achieve work-life harmony with flexible hours tailored to your needs.


• Unlock exclusive discounts at hundreds of online retailers through our employee benefits portal.


• Spread the word and reap the rewards with our enticing "Recommend a Friend" scheme.


• Access confidential support and expert guidance 24/7 through our Employee Assistance Programme, helping you navigate both personal and professional challenges.


• Take care of yourself with Company Sick Pay which you are entitled to from your first day.


• 5 days of paid family/carers leave.


• Salary sacrifice schemes available


• Develop your mentoring skills by either being a mentor or signing up for our mentoring programme.


• Expand your horizons with Kids' online learning platforms, offering a wealth of professional courses for your personal and career development.


• Apprenticeship programmes available for employees


• Benefit from a colleague engagement programme enabling your voice to be heard.


• Lean on us during difficult times with Bereavement Leave.