Centre Administrator — Welcoming, Detail‑Driven, 30h/week

Qjumpers; Christchurch; On-site; NZD 42,000 - 54,000; Part time

Job summary

BestStart St Albans in Christchurch City is seeking a Centre Administrator to join a welcoming team. The role covers enrolments, family communication, accounts administration, and compliance support to ensure smooth day-to-day operations.

The permanent, 30-hour-per-week position offers a busy, supportive environment where tamariki can thrive and whānau feel valued. You’ll be instrumental in delivering high-quality care and learning experiences.

Qualifications

• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
• Compassionate and welcoming towards children and whānau.
• Strong administration and customer service experience.
• Excellent organisation and attention to detail.
• Experience with accounts administration and resolving account queries.
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook.

Responsibilities

• Welcome and support current and prospective families.
• Manage enrolments and bookings.
• Respond to family enquiries and maintain positive relationships.
• Process parent accounts, payments, and direct debits.
• Complete data entry and administration tasks accurately and on time.
• Support compliance and Ministry of Education requirements.
• Assist with centre communications and day-to-day operations.
• Occasionally spend time connecting with and supporting our tamariki.

Skills

Communication

Relationship-building

Administration

Organization

Multi-tasking

Accounts administration

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Outlook

Customer service

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Outlook

Job description

BestStart St Albans in Christchurch City is seeking a Centre Administrator to join a welcoming team. The role covers enrolments, family communication, accounts administration, and compliance support to ensure smooth day-to-day operations.

The permanent, 30-hour-per-week position offers a busy, supportive environment where tamariki can thrive and whānau feel valued. You’ll be instrumental in delivering high-quality care and learning experiences.