Administrative and Finance Officer

Contract: Permanent contract, a subject to a successful probation period.

Salary Grade Range: Scale 4 (£32,442 - £33,870 pro rata) All Year Round, 25-30 hours a week, negotiable

Start date: as soon as possible

Are you organised, dependable and ready to take responsibility?

 

The Headteacher and Governors at Kate Greenaway Nursery School looking to appoint a committed, reliable, focused and consistent Administrative & Finance Officer to play a key role in the smooth and effective running of our nursery school.

Kate Greenaway is located at the heart of King’s Cross, a richly diverse area. We offer an all-year-round provision with government-funded and fee-paying places for children aged six months to 5 years. We are proud of our quality provision and persistently enrich it with effective, evidence-based and innovative practices to achieve the best outcomes for our children.

As our Administrative Officer, you will be central to the safe and effective running of a nursery school serving babies, toddlers and young children. You will:

• Act as the first point of contact for parents, carers, visitors and professionals
• Confident working with systems, routines and deadlines
• Willing to learn, adapt and problem‑solve
• Calm under pressure and able to manage competing tasks
• Completely professional when handling confidential information

 

We offer: 

• A structured AFO role within a maintained nursery school, with clear systems and expectations
• Training and support to develop expertise in early years administration, finance and operational processes
• Ongoing guidance from the Headteacher and senior leaders
• Opportunities to develop confidence and professional skills in a supportive environment
• A strong emphasis on safeguarding, confidentiality and professional standards

 

To apply, please complete the application form online at: www.islington.gov.uk/jobs

Closing date: midnight, Thursday 29 April 2026

Shortlisting: Thursday 30 April 2026

Interviews: Wednesday 6 May or Thursday 7 May 2026

 

We look forward to receiving your application form.

 

SAFEGUARDING AND EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES

Kate Greenaway Nursery School complies fully with the DfE Guidance Keeping Children Safe in Education and is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. The post holder is expected to share this commitment and comply with all associated internal policies and procedures

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