Office Administrator

Cheviot Area School; New Zealand; On-site; NZD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

School housing may be available

Job summary

Cheviot Area School is seeking a capable Office Administrator to join the team on a fixed-term basis starting Term 3. The role runs 8:00am–4:00pm and is part of a busy, dynamic office environment where no two days are the same.

You will support day-to-day administrative operations while the office team is review redrafted to fit evolving needs. Flexibility and a positive attitude toward change are essential as the role supports a shift in workflow.

Qualifications

• Strong computer skills are essential.
• Excellent organisational and time-management skills.
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proactive, solution-focused approach.
• Comfortable with frequent changes and shifting priorities.

Responsibilities

• Support day-to-day administrative operations.
• Manage multiple tasks and shifting priorities.
• Assist with office team restructuring and change management.
• Provide reliable, professional support to staff and students.

Skills

Strong computer skills

Organisational skills

Time-management

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Proactive, solution-focused

Adaptable and resilient

Team player

Independent work

Job description

We are seeking a capable and adaptable Office Administrator to join our team on a fixed-term basis starting Term 3.

Fixed-term position

Hours: 8:00am – 4:00pm

Start: Term 3

About the Role

This is a busy and dynamic office environment where no two days are the same. You will be supporting day-to-day administrative operations and must be confident managing multiple tasks, priorities, and constant change.

This role is in place while we review and restructure our office team, so flexibility and a positive attitude toward change are essential.

Key Requirements

• Strong computer skills are essential
• Excellent organisational and time-management skills
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• A proactive, solution-focused approach
• This role is best suited to someone who thrives in a high-paced office with frequent change and shifting priorities

Please only apply if you are confident working in this type of environment.

We are looking for someone who is:

• Highly adaptable and resilient
• Confident managing workload under pressure
• A team player who can also work independently
• Professional, reliable, and detail-oriented

School Housing may be available.

Applications close on Tuesday 14th July 2026 at 5pm

Position Description and Application forms can be downloaded below.