Centre Administrator - Part-Time

• Part Time
• Application Closes 05 Jul 2024
• Canterbury - Christchurch City
• Education Administrator

Why choose BestStart?

Here at BestStart we are committed to being a progressive and adaptable leader in the ECE sector where our team are recognised for the positive difference they make in children’s lives.  

Our benefits include:

• 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* 
• Discounted childcare 

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
• 5 Days Sick Leave from your first day and an additional 5 days after 6 months
• One week additional leave for 10 years long service recognition 

About the Role:

BestStart Cranford Street are on the lookout for an Admin Superstar with great customer service skills and an ability to build wonderful relationships with our Tamariki, their whanau and ofcourse their fellow centre colleagues.   

(A background in ECE would be preferable, and a diverse understanding of the different needs of some of our whanau in the centre).  

As a Centre Administrator, you'll play an important part within our team, enjoying a varied role as no two days will ever be the same. You will have good attention to detail, strong organisational skills and be IT savvy. Having a practical working knowledge of Word and Excel will make this role easier and from time to time you will get the opportunity to work with the tamariki/children. 

We have a National Admin Support Team, who operate a helpdesk to ensure Centre Administrators receive support on an ongoing basis. BestStart has very good procedures, training, and support around Ministry of Education requirements, and this will form part of your induction training.  

Daily responsibilities will include:

• Be a key advisor for all enrolment enquiries, information about the applications, fees and subsidies to help our families navigate ECE sector with confidence.
• Lead, drive and continuously improve filling systems and administration strategies.
• Maintain and implement accounting procedures and processes that we all can be proud of!
• Manage and ensure timely delivery of reports, feedback and reviews.
• Champion the administration of our centre bookings and payment methods with accurate and timely information shared with our families/whanau.
• Support centre operations on all levels, you will get to help with childcare, cooking, shopping and more!
• Look after your team and help them maintain various records with outstanding accuracy and pride. 
• Represent and promote BestStart as a great place to be!
• Any other duties as required to fulfil your position

Our successful applicant will be:

• a team player with excellent communication skills 
• compassionate towards whanau 
• knowledgeable about 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 
• flexible as sometimes you will need to be in the classroom to support the team with breaks and lunches 
• a fantastic customer service specialist with a willingness to go the extra mile 

This is a permanent part-time role working 32.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday, between the hours of 7am-6pm.

About 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. 

BestStart Cranford Street:

• is conveniently located next to St Albans Primary School
• value children’s play as part of the learning journey through adventure, fun and friendship
• pride ourselves in being a creative and bubbly centre with four classrooms and supportive productive partnerships (ka hikitia) 
• are committed to supporting and empowering each child as unique individuals 

How to Apply : Click Apply now and be part of a team that embraces growth, collaboration, and the joy of early childhood education. We can't wait to welcome you to BestStart Cranford Street!

Skills & Experience

Knowledge of Word, Excel and Outlook, excellent customer and problem solving skills