Centre Administrator

Sdn; Sydney; On-site; AUD 25,000 - 36,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Above award pay

Discounted childcare fees

Rostered day off monthly

Generous leave entitlements

Professional training and development

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

SDN Kingsford is seeking an administrative professional to support the centre’s day-to-day operations and act as the welcoming face for children, families and visitors.

Working 19.5 hours across three days per week on a 12-month contract, you will manage enrolments, family accounts, invoicing, records and reporting, and coordinate inquiries and centre tours. The role requires excellent communication, strong organisational skills and proficiency with childcare management systems.

Qualifications

• Previous administration experience, desirably in childcare or community setting.
• Strong organisational skills to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Excellent communication and customer service with a relationship-focus.
• High attention to detail with data, records and financial processes.
• Proficient computer skills with childcare management systems; CCS knowledge preferred.
• Current NSW Working with Children Check.

Responsibilities

• Provide exceptional customer service and build positive relationships with children, families and staff
• Manage enrolments, family accounts, invoicing, records and reporting
• Coordinate enquiries, centre tours and onboarding for new families
• Maintain accurate databases, documentation and administrative systems
• Support centre operations through resource coordination, communications and administrative assistance
• Working collaboratively with our Family Enquiry Team to support families from enquiry through to enrolment

Skills

Customer service

Organisational skills

Communication

Attention to detail

Data handling

Tools

Childcare management systems

CCS knowledge

Job description

Bring your admin expertise to SDN Kingsford, working closely with the Centre Director and becoming the welcoming face for children, families and visitors. This is a varied and rewarding role where you’ll work closely with the Centre Director and wider team, helping keep the centre running smoothly while being a welcoming first point of contact for children and families.

You will be on a 12-month contract, working 19.5 hours across three days per week, with flexibility to support your lifestyle and commitments.

This will include:

• Provide exceptional customer service and build positive relationships with children, families and staff
• Manage enrolments, family accounts, invoicing, records and reporting
• Coordinate enquiries, centre tours and onboarding for new families
• Maintain accurate databases, documentation and administrative systems
• Support centre operations through resource coordination, communications and administrative assistance
• Working collaboratively with our Family Enquiry Team to support families from enquiry through to enrolment

About You:

• Previous administration experience, desirably in childcare or community setting
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
• Excellent communication and customer service skills, with a relationship-focused approach
• High attention to detail, accuracy and confidence working with data, records and financial processes
• Proficient computer skills, with experience using childcare management systems and knowledge of CCS highly regarded
• A current NSW Working with Children Check

What is on offer:

• Above award pay and conditions (plus WRP)
• Discounted childcare fees & priority placement for your children
• Rostered day off per month (full-time staff)
• Generous leave entitlements, including 12 days personal/carer’s leave
• Professional training and development to support you to continue to learn and grow
• Employee Assistance ProgramOther benefits can be seen here:

Why work for SDN?

Located close to UNSW, SDN Kingsford provides high-quality early learning and preschool programs for up to 48 children each day. Spread across two houses, four levels and three outdoor learning environments, the centre offers diverse spaces designed to inspire curiosity, exploration and play. Our qualified Early Childhood Teachers and Educators deliver engaging, child-centred experiences that respond to children’s interests, strengths and emerging skills. At SDN Kingsford, we place strong importance on building safe, secure and respectful relationships with children and genuine partnerships with families, creating a nurturing community where every child feels valued, supported and confident to thrive. If you are passionate about working together to create better outcomes for children, young people, and families, we would love to hear from you!

About SDN

SDN Children’s Services is a respected not-for-profit organisation that has been providing quality services for children and families for 120 years. Our purpose is to promote and enhance children’s wellbeing, learning and development in inclusive environments; and our vision is for an equitable world where all children thrive. We pride ourselves on creating a unique village where all children, families and staff belong. You can find out more about us on the SDN website. SDN Children’s Services is committed to being a child-safe organisation, prioritising the safety and wellbeing of all children and young people. Successful applicants will be subject to relevant pre-employment checks including Working with Children Check (NSW) or Working with Vulnerable People (ACT). SDN Children's Services welcomes and encourages Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and people from culturally diverse backgrounds to apply.