Centre Administrator (BestStart Johnstones Rd)
About the Role:
We are looking for an exceptional, well-organised, and approachable Centre Administrator to join our warm and welcoming team. This role is crucial to the success of our centre, helping us provide top-notch care and education for our children while ensuring compliance with Ministry of Education regulations..
Your responsibilities will include maintaining accurate parent accounts, processing direct debits, managing payments, and meeting daily, weekly, and term deadlines, requiring sharp organisational skills and attention to detail. Being comfortable with IT, especially Word and Excel, will help make your job easier, and occasionally, you'll have the chance to interact with the tamariki.
You'll also have the support of our National Admin Support team, which operates a helpdesk to assist Centre Administrators. BestStart offers strong procedures, training, and ongoing support to ensure you meet Ministry of Education requirements, with a comprehensive induction program to get you started.
This is a permanent role working either 9am-3pm or 9am-3.30pm Monday to Friday, you choose! (27.5 to 30 hours per week).
Why choose us?
At BestStart, we’re leaders in the early childhood sector, we make a difference and we love what we do. We provide high-quality early education and award-winning childcare for infants, toddlers, and preschoolers. Our focus is to provide quality education and education to the children in our community.
Here at BestStart we are committed to being a progressive and adaptable leader in the ECE sector where our Teachers are recognised for the positive difference they make in children’s lives.
Our benefits include:
- A National Support team
- Online learning through Whare Ako our online learning platform
- Want to learn something new? We will support you in taking your career to the next level
- Refer a Qualified Teacher and receive $2000*
Your health and wellbeing are our priority, we offer:
- Subsidised health insurance with Southern Cross*
- Free annual flu vaccinations
- Confidential counselling through EAP
- Wellbeing programme.
- Sick days available from the day you start
- One week additional leave for 10 years long service recognition
Role requirements:
Commit to making a difference in the lives of young learners with a team dedicated to excellence. We are looking for the following:
- Team player with excellent communication skills
- Compassionate towards whanau
- Good general knowledge of accounts processes and customer account query resolution
- A fast and efficient learner who is highly organised and meticulous with details
- Proficient in Excel, Word and Outlook
- Fantastic customer service skills with a willingness to go the extra mile
How to Apply: Click Apply now and be part of a team that embraces growth, collaboration, and the joy of teaching. We can't wait to welcome you to BestStart Johnstones Rd Kindy!
