Centre Administrator (BestStart Montessori), Auckland
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BestStart

Centre Administrator (BestStart Montessori)

  • Posted 2mo ago
  • On Site
  • Part Time

Auckland

Job Description

About the Role


This is a key administration role, essential to supporting the smooth running of the centre and ensuring we meet all Ministry of Education requirements. You will play an important part in delivering outstanding customer service to our families while managing a variety of responsibilities, including:


  • Data entry and managing enrolments and bookings
  • Responding to parent enquiries and supporting prospective families
  • Managing parent accounts, direct debits, payments, and account queries
  • Meeting daily, weekly, and term administration deadlines
  • Providing general administrative support to the centre
  • Occasionally assisting in the learning environment when required


You'll be supported by our National Administration Support Team, who provide comprehensive training and ongoing guidance, including Ministry of Education compliance processes.


This permanent position working 18 hours per week (6 hours Monday, Wednesday and Friday)


Why Choose Us?


At BestStart, we are committed to being a progressive and adaptable leader in early childhood education, where our people are recognised for the positive difference they make every day.


Our benefits include:


  • National Support Team assistance
  • Access to Whare Ako, our online learning platform
  • Career development support and opportunities
  • $2,000 referral bonus for referring qualified teachers*
  • Discounted childcare
  • Subsidised health insurance*
  • Free annual flu vaccinations
  • Confidential counselling through EAP
  • Wellbeing programme
  • Sick leave from day one
  • An additional week of leave after 10 years of service


About You


We're looking for someone who:


  • Is a collaborative team player with excellent communication skills.
  • Has a compassionate, welcoming approach when working with children and whānau.
  • Has previous administration experience, ideally with accounts and customer account management.
  • Is highly organised, detail-oriented, and able to manage competing priorities.
  • Has strong Microsoft Excel skills, along with experience using Word and Outlook.
  • Delivers exceptional customer service and enjoys building positive relationships.


How to Apply


If you're looking to join a supportive team that values professionalism, collaboration, and making a meaningful difference for children and families, we'd love to hear from you.


Apply today and become part of the team at BestStart Montessori – The Children's House .

Desired Hard Skills

  • Data Entry
  • Microsoft Excel
  • Customer Account Management

Desired Soft Skills

  • Teamwork
  • Communication
  • Detail Oriented
  • Organisational Skills

Additional Compensation

  • REFERRAL_BONUSES

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
  • ⛑ Uniform Provided
  • ⏰ Flexible Work
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  • 🌐 INZ Accredited Employer

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