Business Administrator; Nursery

We’re looking for a Business Administrator who’s committed to supporting children’s growth and learning, to join the Happy Days team at our Stanmore nursery.

Our Business Administrator will work 30 hours per week Monday to Friday, supporting the nursery’s occupancy, commercial performance and day-to-day operations.

As Business Administrator, you’ll:

• Manage applications for nursery education funding, ensuring accuracy and adherence to local authority and internal deadlines.
• Provide administrative and operational support, including preparing documents, liaising with families, suppliers, and team members, and welcoming visitors.
• Assist with achieving occupancy, gross profit, and budget targets through financial tasks such as expense tracking, payroll, banking, and credit control.
• Maintain compliance with statutory requirements and company policies.
• Ensure accurate record-keeping and efficient archiving in line with company procedures.

We’re looking for someone who:

• Is proficient in Microsoft Office, including Excel and Word.
• Has strong administrative skills and experience in a fast-paced setting.
• Is commercially aware with excellent organisational skills.
• Has outstanding communication and relationship-building abilities, especially with parents and external stakeholders.
• Has initiative and problem-solving capabilities, with the ability to work under pressure.

We offer a range of meaningful benefits designed to support your wellbeing, professional growth, and work-life balance. Our benefits aren’t just perks — they’re part of a culture that puts people first and we continue to build our range of benefits designed to support health, wellbeing and the odd treat here and there…these include:

• 30 hours per week
• Pension & Life Assurance*
• Funded Blue Light Card Membership
• Funded DBS Update Service
• Access to digital GP 24/7
• On demand counselling services
• Extensive Health and Wellbeing services through the SPARK APP
• Recognition and celebration for Long Service

* Subject to eligibility criteria

Happy Days Nurseries are committed to the safety and wellbeing of the children in our care. All successful candidates will undergo the required vetting process.