Centre Administration Support

BestStart Education; Christchurch; On-site; NZD 30,000 - 39,000; Part time

Job summary

BestStart Education in Christchurch is seeking an experienced Education Administrator to support multiple preschool and child care centres. This 25-hour-per-week role covers vacancies, absences, and training transitions, travel across the Christchurch area is required, and you will ensure smooth admin operations.

You will collaborate with Centre Managers, maintain MOE compliance, manage documentation, calendars, and day-to-day operations, using MS Office.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of admin experience.
• Proficient with MS Word, Excel, Teams.
• Familiar with ECE MOE funding requirements.

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

Independent worker

Driver licence

Tools

MS Office

MOE funding

Job description

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• Education Administrator, Preschool and Child Care Center

Start Here. Grow Here.

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

If you’re an experienced administrator who thrives on variety and enjoys supporting teams to succeed, we’d love to hear from you.