Join our Brand New Centre in 2025!
About the Centre:
BestStart is a leader in early childhood education, providing high-quality care for infants, toddlers, and preschoolers. We are now inviting expressions of interest to join our dynamic start-up team at BestStart Park Green, a beautiful, purpose-built centre opening in February 2025.
Licensed for 100 tamariki, the centre will feature four thoughtfully designed classrooms, including one for under 2s. Located in the growing Rosehill, Karaka area, BestStart Park Green is set in a family-friendly community known for its scenic countryside, vibrant lifestyle, and convenient access to local amenities.
About the role:
We are seeking a well-organised and approachable Centre Administrator to join our friendly team. This crucial role supports the success of our centre by ensuring smooth operations and compliance with Ministry of Education regulations.
As the Centre Administrator, you’ll manage tasks like bookings, data entry, parent inquiries, and maintaining accurate accounts, while delivering excellent customer service to our Whānau. Strong organisational skills, attention to detail, and proficiency in IT (especially Word and Excel) are essential. You’ll receive comprehensive training and ongoing support from our National Admin Support team, ensuring you meet all necessary requirements.
This is a permanent role working 30 hours per week, Monday to Friday.
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 Park Green!
