Reception and Administration Officer - Immediate Start

Indooroopilly Montessori Children's House; Brisbane; On-site; AUD 34,000 - 44,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

On-site parking

Uniform supplied

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Job summary

Indooroopilly Montessori Children's House (IMCH) in Brisbane, QLD, seeks a warm, professional Reception and Administration Officer to join our team. This permanent part-time role (30 hours per week) covers shifts between 7:00am and 6:00pm, Monday to Friday, with availability across five days required.

You will be the first point of contact for families, visitors and staff, ensuring a welcoming experience and smooth day-to-day administration in a Montessori environment.

Qualifications

• Certificate III in Administration (or equivalent)
• Current Queensland Blue Card (Working with Children)
• Strong administration and customer service skills
• High level of proficiency in the Microsoft Office suite
• Desirable: Experience in early learning/education environments
• Desirable: Knowledge of CCS administration and childcare management software
• Desirable: First Aid, CPR, Asthma and Anaphylaxis qualifications

Responsibilities

• Welcoming families, visitors and contractors and creating a positive first impression of the Centre
• Managing reception enquiries via phone, email and in person, providing exceptional customer service
• Assisting with enrolment administration and supporting family engagement activities
• Processing parent accounts, billing, receipting and fee enquiries
• Maintaining accurate records, databases, registers and compliance documentation
• Coordinating Centre supplies, resources and deliveries
• Providing administrative support to the Leadership Team and Educational Leaders
• Assisting with Centre events, family engagement initiatives and community activities
• Working collaboratively with families, educators and leadership to support positive outcomes for children

Skills

Administration

Customer service

Microsoft Office

Education

Blue Card (Working with Children)

Certificate III in Administration

Tools

Childcare management software

Job description

Reception and Administration Officer - Immediate Start

Indooroopilly Montessori Children's House – Indooroopilly QLD

Indooroopilly Montessori Children's House (IMCH) is seeking a warm, professional and highly organised Reception and Administration Officer to join our team.

This is a permanent part-time position (30 hours per week), with shifts rostered between the Centre's operating hours of 7:00am and 6:00pm, Monday to Friday. Applicants must be available to work rostered shifts across five days per week.

As the first point of contact for families, visitors and staff, you'll play an important role in creating a welcoming experience while ensuring the smooth day-to-day administration of our Centre.

This is a diverse and rewarding role that combines reception, administration, family engagement and financial administration in a supportive Montessori environment.

Join a team committed to inclusive, high-quality early childhood education that lays the foundation for a lifelong love of learning.

Reception and Administration Officer

Indooroopilly Montessori Children's House (IMCH) is seeking a warm, professional and highly organised Reception and Administration Officer to join our team.

This is a permanent part-time position (30 hours per week), with shifts rostered between the Centre's operating hours of 7:00am and 6:00pm, Monday to Friday. Applicants must be available to work rostered shifts across five days per week.

As the first point of contact for families, visitors and staff, you'll play an important role in creating a welcoming experience while ensuring the smooth day-to-day administration of our Centre.

This is a diverse and rewarding role that combines reception, administration, family engagement and financial administration in a supportive Montessori environment.

Join a team committed to inclusive, high-quality early childhood education that lays the foundation for a lifelong love of learning.

What You'll Be Doing

• Welcoming families, visitors and contractors and creating a positive first impression of the Centre

• Managing reception enquiries via phone, email and in person, providing exceptional customer service

• Assisting with enrolment administration and supporting family engagement activities

• Processing parent accounts, billing, receipting and fee enquiries

• Maintaining accurate records, databases, registers and compliance documentation

• Coordinating Centre supplies, resources and deliveries

• Providing administrative support to the Leadership Team and Educational Leaders

• Assisting with Centre events, family engagement initiatives and community activities

• Working collaboratively with families, educators and leadership to support positive outcomes for children

Qualifications, skills and experience

Essential

• Certificate III in Administration (or equivalent)

• Current Queensland Blue Card (Working with Children)

• Strong administration and customer service skills

• High level of proficiency in the Microsoft Office suite

Desirable

• Experience in an early learning, education or community-based environment

• Knowledge of Child Care Subsidy (CCS) administration and childcare management software

• Current First Aid, CPR, Asthma and Anaphylaxis qualifications

Why Join IMCH?

• Be part of a positive, values-driven organisation committed to quality early childhood education

• Make a meaningful contribution to the lives of children, families and educators

• Enjoy a diverse and engaging role where no two days are the same

• Work within a respected Montessori early learning Centre with a welcoming and supportive team culture

• Access professional development and learning opportunities

• Receive staff childcare discounts

• Benefit from convenient on-site parking and a supplied uniform

• Access our Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

About Indooroopilly Montessori Children's House (IMCH)

IMCH is a Montessori Early Learning Centre operating under Edmund Rice Education Australia Colleges Ltd. For over 30 years, we have provided Montessori education in the western suburbs of Brisbane, catering for children from 6 weeks to school entry age in a long day care setting.

Our Centre features:

• A large, architecturally designed nature-based outdoor learning environment that foster imagination, creativity, risky play and connection to the land

• Ten beautifully prepared Montessori classrooms that nurture independence, exploration, co-operation, order and communication

• A team culture grounded in trust, respect, curiosity and kindness

At IMCH, we are committed to building a workplace where everyone feels supported, valued and genuinely excited to walk through the doors each day. We learn from one another and create a warm, caring environment for our children and families. Learn more at www.imch.com.au.

Child Safety & Inclusion

IMCH is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and we are proud of our inclusive and diverse work environment. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply.

IMCH is committed to the safety, wellbeing and dignity of all children and young people. We uphold the EREA Statement of Shared Commitment to Child Safety and maintain zero tolerance for inappropriate interactions with children. All applicants will be subject to EREA and legislative screening procedures consistent with our child protection policies.

Only applicants currently residing in Australia will be considered.

Applicants must hold valid Australian work rights at the time of application.

Applicant sponsorship is not available for this position.