Receptionist

RECEPTIONIST/ADMINISTRATOR

FIXED TERM CONTRACT 30th NOVEMBER 2026 - 31ST JULY 2027

37hrs PER WEEK – TERM TIME ONLY

BG5 – ACTUAL SALARY £22,751.46

The Central Bristol Nursery Schools Federation is a federation of three nursery schools (The Limes Nursery School, Rosemary Nursery School and St. Werburgh’s Park Nursery School) in central Bristol.

As part of the federation, The Limes Nursery School is a popular maintained nursery school at the heart of the community and has an exceptional opportunity for a welcoming and organised Receptionist/Administrator to join our supportive team. As a highly valued member of staff, you will provide a warm and welcoming environment for children, parents and visitors and ensure the smooth running of the school reception area. 

We are particularly looking for someone with the following skills and experience: 

• Flexibility: Able to adapt and handle various tasks simultaneously. The ideal candidate will have the ability to respond to changing circumstances with efficiency and enthusiasm. 

• Team Player: Collaboration and effective communication is key in our school community. We are looking for someone who enjoys working collaboratively with colleagues, children and parents to create a positive and inclusive environment. 

• Willingness to progress: We value continuous professional development and encourage our staff to enhance their skills and knowledge. The successful candidate will be enthusiastic about learning and willing to embrace new challenges. 

• Communication and people skills: As the first point of contact excellent interpersonal skills are essential. The successful candidate will have strong communication skills, both verbal and written and a friendly and approachable manner. 

We are able to offer:

• A supportive and experienced team committed to supporting our vibrant schools and communities and providing the best possible education for our children.

• A caring and inclusive environment for all, fostering a sense of community and collaboration. 

• An innovative setting that offers a stimulating professional development programme and that keeps children’s well-being at its heart. 

• A setting that is committed to inclusion and will expect the successful candidate to share this commitment.  

Visits to the setting are encouraged. We are an equal opportunities employer also welcoming applications from all sections of the community. We particularly welcome applications from under represented groups including ethnicity, gender, transgender, age, disability, sexual orientation or religion.

The Central Bristol Nursery Schools Federation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and requires all staff and volunteers to share and demonstrate this commitment. The successful candidate will have to meet the requirements of the person specification and will be subject to pre-employment checks including a health check, an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.

Closing dates for applications: 11.59pm Sunday 1st November 2026

We are an equal opportunities employer welcoming applications from all sections of the community. We particularly welcome applications from under represented groups including ethnicity, gender, transgender, age, disability, sexual orientation or religion.