Centre Administrator (BestStart Papakura)
Do you thrive on connection, love staying organised, and want to make a real impact every day?
We’re seeking a vibrant and driven Centre Administrator to be the heart of our centre - welcoming families with warmth and ensuring everything runs like clockwork behind the scenes.
Our vision is to work in close partnership with whānau, engaging in open and heartfelt talanoa—conversations that help us understand your aspirations for your tamariki. By listening, sharing, and learning together, we build trust and create a nurturing environment where children feel safe, valued, and inspired to grow.
About the Role:
You’ll be the first point of contact for our whānau, guiding new families through enrolments, and keeping things running smoothly behind the scenes with a variety of administrative tasks.
This is a permanent position working 30 hours per week, Monday to Friday
Your day-to-day will include:
- Answering calls and responding to enquiries with professionalism and care
- Hosting centre tours and supporting new family enrolments
- Managing accounts, invoicing, and direct debits
- Accurately entering data into our systems
- Filing, record-keeping, and general admin duties
- Lending a hand in classrooms when needed
We’re looking for someone who is:
- Friendly, approachable, and enjoys connecting with people
- Organised and able to meet regular deadlines
- Confident using Word, Excel, Outlook, and general IT systems
- Clear and professional in communication
- Reliable, trustworthy, and a true team player
- Comfortable with account processes and solving problems
Here’s what we offer:
- A supportive National Admin Helpdesk
- Access to online learning through Whare Ako
- Discounted childcare
- Subsidised health insurance*
- Wellbeing support through EAP and internal programmes
- Additional leave for 10 years’ long service
How to Apply:
If you’re ready to bring your organisational skills, customer focus, and passion for supporting ECE into this rewarding role, we’d love to hear from you. Click “Apply Now” and join a team that values growth, collaboration, and creating the best start for every child.
