Receptionist and Administrative Assistant

Receptionist & Administrative Assistant

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

Salary Grade Range: Scale 3 (£31,086 - £31,980 pro rata), All Year Round, 20-25 hours a week, negotiable

Start date: as soon as possible

The Headteacher and Governors at Kate Greenaway Nursery School seek to appoint a warm, reliable and committed Receptionist & Administrative Assistant who is excited to be part of a maintained nursery school supporting our youngest learners.

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 Receptionist and Administrative Assistant, 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
• Support the smooth daily running of the school office
• Work under the direction of the Headteacher, the School Office Manager and senior leadership team
• Follow local authority, safeguarding, and early years procedures at all times
• Understand that your role directly supports the Headteacher’s statutory responsibilities.
• Previous administrative experience is desirable, but commitment, reliability and attitude are essential.

We offer: 

• A structured role within a maintained nursery school, with clear systems, procedures and expectations
• Training and guidance to learn administrative and early‑years processes specific to a 6‑months‑to‑5‑years setting
• Ongoing support from the Headteacher and senior leaders, with clear direction and priorities
• The opportunity to develop confidence and skills in a professional early‑years environment
• A workplace that places safeguarding, confidentiality and professionalism at the centre of all practice

Visits are welcomed:

To arrange a visit please email [email protected] or call on 020 7527 4850.

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

Closing date: midnight, Monday 4 May 2026

Shortlisting: Wednesday 6 May 2026

Interviews:  Monday 11 May 2026 or Tuesday 12 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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