Centre Administrator (BestStart Girven Road)
BestStart Education
Listing Description
Description
Start Here. Grow Here.
Together with whānau, we build the foundations of learning and empower tamariki to explore their innate curiosity and thrive as capable, competent learners. We nurture a holistic approach to wellbeing through the four pillars of tinana (physical), wairua (spirit), whānau (family), and hinengaro (emotional) support, with a strong foundation in whenua (land). Our centre is conveniently located in the heart of the Arataki community and we value our strong community partnerships with local schools and businesses.
This is a permanent part-time position working 25 hours per week.
About the Role:
- First point of contact for whānau and visitors
- Supporting enrolments and enquiries
- Managing accounts, invoicing, and data entry
- General administration and record keeping
- Occasional support in classrooms
About You
- Friendly, professional, and approachable
- Organised and reliable with great attention to detail
- Confident using Word, Excel, Outlook, and IT systems
- Comfortable with accounts and problem-solving
- A genuine team player
What We Offer
- National Admin Helpdesk support
- Online learning through Whare Ako
- Discounted childcare
- Subsidised health insurance*
- Wellbeing support and long-service leave
Ready to Apply?
If you're ready to grow your career while supporting tamariki and whānau, we'd love to hear from you! Click Apply Now!
Application details
Applications Close: 20/02/2026 Apply online for this role or contact BestStart Educare Limited for more information.
BestStart Education
At BestStart, we are at the forefront of early childhood education, dedicated to making a positive impact and passionate about our work. We offer exceptional early education and award-winning childcare services for infants, toddlers, and preschoolers.
Our primary goal isto deliver high-quality education to the children in our community, and we are actively engaged in groundbreaking research focused on children's oral language development and self-regulation, known as Kia Tīmata Pai. This research initiative involves approximately 1,600 BestStart preschoolers, highlighting our commitment to continuous improvement and innovation.
BestStart is committed to being a progressive and adaptable leader in the early childhood education sector. Our educators are highly valued for the transformative role they play in shaping children's lives. We are proud to announce that BestStart has implemented Full pay parity, underscoring our dedication to fairness and equity within our organisation.
At BestStart, we prioritise the support and growth of our teams through tailored professional development pathways. We believe in nurturing talent and empowering our employees to reach their full potential.
