Centre Administrator (BestStart Hanley's Farm)

About the Company At BestStart, we take pride in our leadership role in early childhood education. We offer high-quality learning experiences and award-winning care for children aged 3 months to 5 years. Our center at Hanley's Farm is a vibrant, purpose-built learning environment located in the heart of Queenstown. We emphasize the importance of individuality and celebrate cultural diversity in our community. Our dedicated team is passionate and professional, committed to creating a safe and inclusive environment where tamariki can thrive. We are currently seeking a dedicated Centre Administrator to support our operations and contribute to delivering the highest standard of care and education for our community. About the Role As the Centre Administrator, you will be the welcoming first point of contact for our families and visitors. In this role, you will support all aspects of our center's administration, which includes: - Managing enrolments, fees, and subsidy processes - Maintaining accurate parent accounts and handling direct debits - Meeting regular reporting deadlines - Supporting staff with compliance records - Assisting with everyday tasks such as shopping or cooking as needed This is a varied and rewarding position ideal for someone who is confident, highly organized, and IT-savvy, with strong communication and customer service skills. This is a full-time, permanent role requiring 40 hours of work per week, Monday to Friday. Requirements We are looking for candidates who possess: - Excellent written and verbal communication skills - Strong customer service abilities with a positive, solutions-focused attitude - Knowledge of accounts and proficiency in Excel, Word, and Outlook - A high level of organization and attention to detail - A team-oriented mindset and a desire to support others Benefits At BestStart, we are dedicated to being a progressive and adaptable leader in the early childhood education sector. We value and support our team members by offering: - Access to a National Support Office and a dedicated Admin Helpdesk - Ongoing learning opportunities through our Whare Ako online platform - Career development support and training - A $2000 referral bonus for recommending a qualified teacher - Discounted childcare services - Subsidized Southern Cross health insurance - Free annual flu vaccinations - Access to EAP counselling services - Wellbeing initiatives and support - Sick leave available from your first day - An additional week of leave after 10 years of service Ready to Join Us? If you are excited about this opportunity, we encourage you to click 'Apply Now' and take the next step in your career with a supportive and passionate team. We look forward to welcoming you to BestStart Hanley's Farm.