Centre Administrator (BestStart West Village)
About Us
At BestStart, we’re proud to be leaders in early childhood education. We’re driven by purpose, passionate about making a difference, and committed to providing high-quality care and education for tamariki across New Zealand.
We’re excited to open the doors of BestStart West Village, our brand-new purpose-built centre in Rolleston, in mid-August 2025. The centre will cater for children aged 3 months to 5 years, with thoughtfully designed spaces and resources tailored to infants, toddlers, and preschoolers. We’re on the lookout for a skilled and enthusiastic Centre Administrator to join our foundation team and help shape the systems and culture from day one.
About the Role
This is a pivotal role that supports the day-to-day running of the centre and enables our teaching team to focus on delivering exceptional education and care. As the Centre Administrator, you’ll be the first point of contact for our families, helping to create a warm and welcoming environment.
Your responsibilities will include:
- Providing exceptional customer service to whānau and visitors
- Managing enrolments and parent queries
- Maintaining accurate parent accounts, invoicing, and payments
- Coordinating bookings and waitlists
- Meeting key Ministry of Education administration requirements
- Supporting centre operations through general administrative tasks
- Occasionally supporting tamariki in the learning environment
You’ll be working in a modern, spacious setting with the support of a national admin helpdesk and robust systems and processes. Training and onboarding will be provided to set you up for success.
What We’re Looking For
- Previous administration experience, preferably in a customer-focused environment
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- A confident, professional manner and a compassionate approach with whānau
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel, Word, and Outlook
- Strong attention to detail, time management, and organisational skills
- Flexible, adaptable, and ready to thrive in a fast-paced environment
- A team player with a commitment to supporting quality early childhood education
Why Choose BestStart?
We’re committed to supporting our people and helping them grow. As part of the BestStart team, you’ll enjoy:
- National Support Office guidance and resources
- Access to our professional learning platform, Whare Ako
- Opportunities for career development
- Discounted childcare
- Subsidised health insurance with Southern Cross*
- Free annual flu vaccinations
- Access to confidential counselling (EAP)
- Sick leave available from day one
- Additional one week’s leave for every 10 years of service
- Employee referral bonuses – refer a qualified teacher and receive $2000*
Apply Now! If you’re ready to take the next step in your administration career and be part of something new and exciting, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today and help us build something special at BestStart West Village.
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