Job Description
Administrator / PA
Location: DatchetSalary: £27,000 - £29,000 per annumContract: Full-time, Permanent
About the Role
Our client, a well-established and growing early years provider, is looking for a confident and highly organised Administrator / PA to join their team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys a varied role, thrives in a supportive environment, and is comfortable working across financial, administrative, and operational tasks.
The organisation prides itself on delivering exceptional childcare and education, and you'll play a key part in ensuring smooth day-to-day operations and maintaining strong relationships with families, staff, and external partners.
This position will require occasional travel within the Datchet area, so a full UK driving licence is essential.
Key Responsibilities
Financial & Administrative Support
- Handling financial administration including fees, funding, invoices, and petty cash
- Monitoring outstanding payments and following up professionally
- Supporting managers with funding submissions and ensuring accuracy
- Maintaining up-to-date, confidential records in line with GDPR
Communication & Stakeholder Engagement
- Acting as a point of contact for fee or payment queries
- Liaising with local authorities and funding bodies
- Preparing financial updates for senior management
General Office & Compliance Support
- Managing finance-related inboxes and correspondence
- Supporting compliance paperwork and regulatory documentation
- Ensuring administrative processes align with sector best practice
Operational Flexibility
- Travelling locally to assist with on-site needs
- Building strong relationships across the organisation
- Adapting to the needs of a fast-paced early years setting
Person Specification
Essential
- Experience in financial administration or bookkeeping
- Strong numerical and organisational skills
- Proficient in Microsoft Office, with willingness to learn sector-specific software
- Confident communicator with excellent interpersonal skills
- Ability to manage multiple workloads and meet deadlines
- Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel locally
Desirable
- Experience within early years, childcare, or education
- Knowledge of childcare funding schemes (e.g. 15 & 30 hours entitlement)
