BestStart
Centre Administrator
- Posted Today
- On Site
- Part Time
Location
Auckland
Job Description
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.
As the Centre Administrator, you'll be a vital part of our team, handling a variety of tasks in a role where no two days are the same. You'll be the go-to person for our Whānau, delivering excellent customer service while managing bookings, data entry, and addressing parent inquiries.
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 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 Delta ave!
Hard Skills Required
- Account Management
- Excel Proficiency
- Payment Processing
- Ministry Compliance
- IT Savvy
Soft Skills Required
- Communication
- Collaboration
- Organization
- Attention to Detail
Benefits and Perks
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👶Childcare Support
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🅿Free Parking
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💻Company Supplied Technology
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🎉Employee Discounts and Rewards
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🏎Competitive Salary
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🩺Health Insurance
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🤱Extended Parental Leave
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🧕Inclusive Workspace
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⚖Work-Life Balance Support
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🌿Wellness Program
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🎖Long Service Rewards
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📈Professional Development
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📣Referral Bonuses
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⛑Uniform Provided
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⏰Flexible Work
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💚Counselling Services
Job Schedule
- Monday to Friday