Job Description

Aldershot Garrison Pre-School Settings Ltd is a registered charity providing high-quality early years education and care across three pre-school settings. We are seeking an experienced and motivated

Business Administrator

to join our team and play a key role in supporting the smooth running and future development of our charity.

About the Role

As Business Administrator, you will provide essential operational, financial, and administrative support to ensure the effective management of our three settings. This is an office-based role working closely with the senior leadership team, helping us maintain high standards of compliance, governance, and financial stability, enabling our staff to focus on delivering the best possible outcomes for children and families.

Key Responsibilities

Payroll management

, including liaising with managers, preparing the monthly payroll including statutory requirements. Manage the

sales invoicing system (eyMan)

, including issuing invoices, allocating payments, debt collection, and liaison with parents. Assist with other

financial processes

, including funding & credit card reconciliations, providing reports to company accountant, overseeing purchase ordering with setting managers, Provide HR support such as recruitment, onboarding, and maintaining of staff records (e.g. DBS applications and training requirements, oversight of contracts). Manage contracts for phones, IT equipment, and other suppliers. Provide day-to-day IT support to staff and oversee the management of our website. Oversee compliance and prepare for external audits, ensuring all paperwork and records are up to date. Support effective communication between leadership, staff, parents, and external partners. Contribute to strategic planning and development of the charity.

About You

We are looking for someone who:

Has proven experience in

business management, administration, or finance

, ideally within education, childcare, or the charity sector. Ability to work independently and well as part of a team. Is highly organised, detail-focused, and confident managing multiple priorities. Has strong IT skills, including Microsoft Office, experience supporting staff with IT queries, and knowledge of eyman or similar Brings experience of

contract management, payroll, parent invoicing, debt collection, credit card reconciliations.

Can provide support and guidance to parents professionally and sensitively. Demonstrates excellent communication skills and a collaborative, supportive approach. Understands (or is willing to learn about) the requirements of working within an early years and charity environment.

What We Offer

25-30 hours per week, office based (to be worked between the hours of 9am and 3pm)*
18-20 per hour 30 days annual leave (including bank holidays)*
The opportunity to make a real difference supporting military families and their children A supportive, friendly, and values-driven team

How to Apply

Please send your CV and a covering letter outlining your suitability for the role to

Julie Mounfield, Chief Executive:

Julie@aldershot-nurseries.com by

Wednesday 24th September 2025

.

Job Types: Part-time, Permanent

Pay: 18.00-20.00 per hour

Benefits:

Additional leave Childcare Company events Company pension Discounted or free food Employee discount Free parking Health & wellbeing programme On-site parking Referral programme
Application question(s):

Please list 2 -3 dates you are available to interview:
Language:

English (required)
Work Location: In person