Centre Admin BestStart Montessori Kilbirnie
BestStart Montessori Kilbirnie is growing, and with that growth comes the need for dedicated administrative support. We are seeking a Centre Administrator to provide essential support to our team, whānau, and tamariki while helping the centre run smoothly each day.
About BestStart Montessori Kilbirnie
BestStart Montessori Kilbirnie is the only Montessori centre in Wellington catering for children under two. With excellent teacher‑to‑child ratios, small class sizes, and regular excursions to Kilbirnie Park, the library, Rita Angus, and the local fire station, we create a nurturing environment where young children thrive.
Our well‑established team of six Montessori‑trained teachers has built strong relationships with families and the wider community, making our centre a welcoming and supportive place to be.
Why Join BestStart?
We are committed to being a progressive and adaptable leader in the ECE sector, where our people are recognised for the positive difference they make. Our benefits include:
- National Support Team
- Whare Ako online learning platform
- Career development support
- $2000 referral bonus for referring a qualified teacher*
- Discounted childcare
Health and wellbeing benefits:
- Subsidised health insurance*
- Free annual flu vaccinations
- EAP counselling
- Wellbeing programme
- Sick leave available from day one
- One week additional leave after 10 years of service
About the Role
As Centre Administrator, you will be the welcoming face of the centre each morning and a key support to the Centre Manager and teaching team. This role is essential in ensuring we meet Ministry of Education requirements and provide exceptional service to our families.
Key responsibilities include:
- Providing warm, professional customer service to whānau
- Managing bookings, enrolments, and parent queries
- Maintaining accurate parent accounts, direct debits, and payments
- Meeting daily, weekly, and termly administrative deadlines
- Supporting occupancy management and roll projections
- Ordering stock and supporting centre operations
- Assisting with rosters
- Managing debt and account follow‑ups
- Supporting ratios in the morning when required
- Contributing to a positive, welcoming centre culture
This is a permanent part-time position working 20 hours per week, Monday - Friday mornings.
What We’re Looking For
We are looking for someone who:
- Communicates clearly and works well within a team
- Is compassionate and respectful towards whānau
- Understands accounts processes and customer account queries
- Learns quickly and is highly organised with strong attention to detail
- Is proficient in Excel, Word, and Outlook
- Delivers outstanding customer service and goes the extra mile
- Presents professionally with a friendly, positive attitude
How to Apply: Click Apply Now to join a team that values growth, collaboration, and the joy of supporting early learning. We look forward to welcoming our new Centre Administrator to BestStart Montessori Kilbirnie.
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