Database Administrator, Christchurch
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BestStart

Centre Administrator (BestStart Salisbury Street)

  • Posted 3d ago
  • On Site
  • Part Time

Christchurch

Job Description

At BestStart Salisbury Street , we’re looking for an organised, friendly and enthusiastic Centre Administrator to join our close-knit team.


Located in the heart of central Christchurch, our newly renovated centre provides a calm, welcoming and homely environment where children from 3 months to 6 years can learn, explore and thrive. We’re proud of the strong relationships we build with our families and the welcoming community we’ve created.


Why choose BestStart?


At BestStart, we’re committed to being a progressive and adaptable leader in the ECE sector, supporting our people to grow and make a positive difference in the lives of tamariki.


Our benefits include:


  • Support from our National Admin Support team
  • Learning through Whare Ako, our online learning platform
  • Ongoing opportunities for professional and career development
  • $2,000 referral bonus for referring a Qualified Teacher*
  • Discounted childcare
  • Subsidised health insurance, subject to eligibility
  • Free annual flu vaccinations
  • Confidential counselling through EAP
  • Wellbeing programme
  • Sick leave available from your first day
  • An additional week of leave after 10 years of service


About the Role


As our Centre Administrator , you’ll be an important part of the day-to-day running of our centre, helping create a welcoming experience for children, whānau and visitors.

This is a varied role where no two days are quite the same. You’ll support the centre with administration and customer service, including data entry, managing bookings, responding to parent queries, supporting new and enquiring families, and maintaining accurate parent accounts, payments and direct debits.


With daily, weekly and termly deadlines to manage, you’ll be someone who is organised, efficient and has great attention to detail. You’ll also have the opportunity from time to time to spend time alongside our tamariki.


You won’t be doing it alone. Our National Admin Support team provides ongoing help and guidance, and you’ll receive thorough induction and training around BestStart processes and Ministry of Education requirements.


This is a permanent position working 25 hours per week, Monday to Friday.


About You


We’re looking for someone who brings warmth, organisation and a can-do attitude to the role. You’ll ideally have:


  • Excellent communication and teamwork skills
  • A warm and compassionate approach to whānau
  • Good general knowledge of accounts and resolving customer account queries
  • Strong organisation and attention to detail
  • The ability to learn new systems quickly and efficiently
  • Confidence using Excel, Word and Outlook
  • Fantastic customer service skills and a willingness to go the extra mile


How to Apply: If you’re looking for a varied administration role where you can be part of a supportive team and make a meaningful contribution to your local community, we’d love to hear from you.


Click Apply Now and join the team at BestStart Salisbury Street. We can’t wait to welcome you!

Desired Hard Skills

  • Microsoft Word
  • Data Entry
  • Microsoft Excel
  • Accounts Management

Desired Soft Skills

  • Communication
  • Teamwork
  • Customer Service
  • Attention to Detail
  • Organisation

Additional Compensation

  • Referral Bonus

Benefits & Perks

Culture

  • 🤱 Extended Parental Leave
  • 🧕 Inclusive Workspace
  • 👶 Childcare Support
  • 🩺 Health Insurance
  • ⚖ Work-Life Balance Support
  • 💚 Counselling Services
  • 🌿 Wellness Program
  • 🏥 Subsidised Health Insurance
  • 📈 Professional Development
  • 🏎 Competitive Salary
  • 🎉 Employee Discounts and Rewards
  • 🅿 Free Parking
  • 🎖 Long Service Rewards
  • 📣 Referral Bonuses
  • 💻 Company Supplied Technology
  • 📱 Discounted Phone or Internet Plans
  • ⛑ Uniform Provided
  • ⏰ Flexible Work
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  • 🌐 INZ Accredited Employer

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