Children's Centre Administrator

To effectively support the Head of Nursery and Executive Head, the role entails providing confidential, administrative, and financial support to ensure the seamless operation of the Children's Centre service. This includes monitoring the financial activities of the centre and providing monthly reports to the centre's management, central finance team, and funder as required, adhering to their terms and conditions. The role involves maintaining appropriate electronic and manual systems, as advised by Early Year Finance, including a database of all commitments and expenditures. It also involves using and maintaining the computer packages provided for data input and information extraction, as well as preparing and providing monitoring and statistical information and regular reports as required by centre management and the EYSMT. Additionally, the role involves maintaining confidential records of children and families, both electronically and in paper form, in relation to admission and
charging.

5 Years References
- Enhanced DBS & barred list check (Child & adult)
Important note :
Review the job posting thoroughly and ensure that your CV meets the requirements listed in the Role Requirements section to increase your chances of being considered for the position. Additionally, if you have any relevant local authority or public sector experience, it is recommended that you include it on your CV. Note that the position is temporary and not permanent.
Work Experience Experience of providing administrative support to a large multi-disciplinary team. Experience of being part of a team providing a customer focussed service. Experience of using a computer for word processing and creating / maintaining databases to produce reports. Experience of document management and developing and administering support procedures. Experience of operating filing systems. Experience of specialist software systems including Archibus CAFM / CMIS and Permit to Work systems. Experience of the processes and terms used in the Supply chain and project management. Experience of Financial / Project admin. Experience of drafting letters / memos and minuting meetings. Education / Qualifications A range of GCSE's including English Language and Maths (minimum grade C) or appropriate equivalent, or significant experiential learning. Degree qualification. Microsoft qualification or similar in use of spreadsheets / word processing. Skills /
Abilities Excellent organisational skills, accuracy and attention to detail. Experience of using a variety of IT packages including Microsoft Outlook, Word and Excel. Excellent oral and written communication skills. Flexible in approach to work and ability to see tasks through to completion. Ability to deal with conflicting and challenging situations. Ability to work independently and as part of a team.