Finance Assistant

NURSERY FINANCE ASSISTANT

• Salary: £34,488 per annum (pro rata)
• Hours: starting 28-30 hours per week with a view to increase to 36 hours within a year
• Contract: Permanent

We are looking for a Finance/Admin Assistant to join our friendly nursery team and provide efficient administrative and financial support.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone who is organised, reliable and confident working with numbers, with a keen eye for detail and a professional approach to handling confidential information.

Key Responsibilities

• Assisting with day-to-day financial administration and record keeping
• Processing invoices, payments and receipts
• Monitoring nursery fee payments and following up outstanding balances
• Processing Early Years funding applications to the Local Authority
• Maintaining accurate financial records and spreadsheets
• Assisting with payroll and staff-related financial administration
• Supporting purchase orders and supplier accounts
• Preparing basic financial reports and information for management and accountants
• Liaising professionally with parents, suppliers and colleagues regarding financial queries
• Providing general administrative support to the nursery team
• Maintaining confidentiality and complying with relevant nursery policies and procedures

About You

We are looking for someone who:

• Has previous experience in finance, accounts or administration
• Is confident using Microsoft Office, particularly Excel
• Has excellent attention to detail and organisational skills
• Is comfortable working with figures and maintaining accurate records
• Communicates clearly and professionally
• Can work independently while also being a supportive team member
• Is reliable, approachable and able to manage competing priorities
• Understands the importance of confidentiality when working with financial and personal information

Previous experience within a nursery, school or childcare setting would be an advantage, but is not essential.

What We Offer

• A friendly and supportive working environment
• Competitive salary and pension scheme
• Opportunities for professional development
• The opportunity to become an important part of our nursery community

If you are organised, detail-focused and enjoy working in a busy, people-focused environment, we would love to hear from you.

HOW TO APPLY:

Please download the attached Job Description and Application Form. Completed applications should be sent to nursery@cranepark.hounslow.sch.uk by Wednesday 23^rd September 2026.  Interviews will be held week commencing 28th September 2026.

Crane Park Day Nursery is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. An enhanced DBS check and appropriate pre-employment reference checks will be required for the successful candidate.