Centre Administration Support

BestStart; Christchurch; On-site; NZD 32,000 - 42,000; Part time

Job summary

Jora New Zealand is seeking a skilled administrator to join our Administration Training Team, working 25 hours per week across Christchurch centres.

You will provide essential support to Centre Managers, ensure MOE and company policy compliance, manage documentation, calendars, and day-to-day operations, and travel as needed.

Ideal candidates have 2+ years of admin experience, strong MS Office skills, a valid driver's licence, and the ability to adapt quickly in different environments.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of administration experience.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications.
• Knowledge of MOE funding requirements (preferred).
• Ability to travel across Christchurch centres.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality administrative support across multiple centres
• Support Centre Managers with accurate and timely admin processes
• Ensure compliance with Ministry of Education requirements and company policies
• Manage centre documentation with accuracy
• Maintain calendars and support day-to-day centre operations
• Collaborate with the wider Administration and centre teams

Skills

Administration experience

Microsoft Office

Driver licence

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Teams

Job description

Jora New Zealand will close on 9th September 2026. Thank you for being with us, we are cheering you on as you continue your career journey.

We’re looking for a skilled and adaptable administrator to join our Administration Training Team. Working 25 hours per week (Monday to Friday), you’ll provide essential support across multiple centres in the Christchurch region, stepping in during administrator vacancies, absences, or training transitions.

This is a varied and rewarding role where no two days are the same, perfect for someone who enjoys working across different environments and making a real difference.

About the Role

• Provide high-quality administrative support across multiple centres
• Support Centre Managers with accurate and timely admin processes
• Ensure compliance with Ministry of Education requirements and company policies
• Manage centre documentation with accuracy
• Maintain calendars and support day-to-day centre operations
• Collaborate with the wider Administration and centre teams

Travel will be required across the Christchurch area.

What We’re Looking For

You’ll bring:

• Strong administration experience (ideally 2+ years)
• Confidence using Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Teams)
• Understanding of ECE regulations and MOE funding requirements (preferred)
• Ability to work independently and adapt quickly to new environments
• A proactive, positive, and solutions-focused mindset
• A full driver licence and access to a personal vehicle

Why Join Us?

• Be part of a supportive and collaborative Administration Training Team
• Gain exposure to multiple centres and broaden your experience
• Play a key role in supporting quality outcomes for tamariki and whānau
• Work in a role that values flexibility, initiative, and teamwork

For a copy of the Job Description visit pd_admin-training-centre-support-chc-2026.pdf