Kaiapoi- Centre Administrator

Are you looking for a change or ready to take the next step in administration and join an ECE centre in a permanent role?

About Educare Kaiapoi

Our team and tamariki have a wonderful opportunity to immerse themselves in our natural environment with a river, trees and lots of grassy area’s to explore.

Our beautiful centre has strong connections with our local community and we enjoy participation and involvement from whanau. We pride ourselves on making sure our tamariki have a strong sense of belonging to their kainga.

About the Role - Korero mo te Turanga

As our Centre Administrator, no two days will be the same. You will be the welcoming face to greet our whanau and tamariki here at Educare Kaiapoi.

From the minute someone steps into our centre you will be the face to greet our whanau and tamariki and make everyone feel welcome. You will work with our Kaiako and whanau to create and embrace a culture of manaaki; as we learn together and respect each other's ways of knowing, being and doing.

This role is part-time for 25 hours per week, working 8.00 am - 1.30 pm, Monday to Friday.

What you will bring - Nga tohungatanga mo tenei turanga

This role is to support our amazing Centre Manager and is crucial in ensuring the smooth and effective operation of the centre's administrative processes.

You will work collaboratively with the Centre Manager to assist our centre in providing the best education to our tamariki whilst adhering to the Ministry's requirements. You will be based in our reception area, welcoming visitors with a friendly smile and welcoming attitude.

You will be supported in your role by the Centre Manager, Area Manager and Educare Head Office Administration Team to aid in ensuring our centre is providing the best education to our Tamariki whilst adhering to the Ministry of Education's requirements.

We are looking for someone who

• Warm, approachable manner, helpful, flexible and able to problem solve while being professional, approachable and friendly when engaging with whanau and staff.
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
• High attention to detail, particularly with records, compliance, and documentation
• Confident and professional communication skills, both written and verbal
• Ability to work independently while also being a supportive member of the centre team
• Sound computer skills and confidence using administrative systems (e.g. enrolments, attendance, invoicing, rosters)
• Experience with ECE administration, funding processes, or compliance requirements is highly desirable
• Ability to handle sensitive information with discretion and professionalism
• Problem-solving mindset with the ability to adapt in a busy, fast-paced environment
• Alignment with the centre’s values and commitment to supporting high-quality outcomes for tamariki
• Join us - Tuhono mai
• If you've come this far and think this sounds like the job for you, click Apply Now!
• Please submit a CV and a cover letter explaining why this role interests you.
• Note you must have permission to legally work in New Zealand and a Police Check will be required for the successful applicant.
• Overseas applicants or those needing visa sponsorship will not be considered.