Are you passionate about Early Childhood Education and eager to shape a high-quality, nurturing environment? We’re seeking a dedicated, part-time Centre Administrator to ensure a smooth, compliant and engaging service for children, families, and staff in our Artarmon community.
The role requires a level of strong communication with families and educators, as well as undertaking the day-to-day administration duties for the management team.
Attention to detail, communication, interpersonal skills, and time management are important for the success of this role.
About the role:
- Managing enrolments and waitlists using childcare software (e.g., OWNA)
- Maintaining accreditation and quality standards, adhering to relevant laws, regulations and compliance
- Overseeing WHS and risk management protocols, ensuring a safe environment
- Handling invoices and expenses, keeping accurate databases and records
- Coordinating staff files and provide system training and support
- Fostering community partnerships through marketing, promotion, and social media
- Upholding policy implementation, aligning with government regulations and procedures
Essential criteria
- Current Working with Children Check
- Australian Citizenship or Permanent Residency
- Demonstrated organisational and administrative skills
- Excellent oral and written communication skills
- Ability to work with flexibly and with limited supervision
- Demonstrated capacity to prioritise tasks and work to deadlines
- Experience with Xero bookkeeping (preferred but not essential)
- Good computer skills, including Office365, OWNA, Xero, CANVA
- Experience in Administration in an Early Education and Care Service (preferred, but not essential).
- Demonstrated administration, organisational and time management skills
- Ability to handle multiple tasks in an accurate and timely manner
- Demonstrated numeracy, accuracy and attention to detail
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
The hours and working days can be flexible, but we require someone 4 days p/week.
If you’re ready to drive day-to-day administration operations and help to lead a positive, inclusive team culture, we’d love to hear from you. Apply now or contact us for more information at alison.cross@exploreanddevelop.com.au
