Job Description
BestStart Huntsbury is looking for an enthusiastic, organised, and people-focused Centre Administrator to join our warm, energetic, and tight-knit team. Our centre is proudly part of the Huntsbury community, close to schools, public transport, and local shops, and we are committed to providing exceptional care and education for every child who walks through our doors.
About the Role
As our Centre Administrator, you’ll play a vital role in the smooth day‑to‑day running of the centre. You’ll be the first point of contact for enrolment enquiries, guiding families through applications, fees, and subsidies with clarity and confidence. You’ll also take the lead on maintaining and improving our administrative systems, ensuring our processes are accurate, efficient, and aligned with Ministry of Education requirements.
Your responsibilities will include:
Managing enrolment enquiries and supporting new families
Overseeing centre filing systems and administrative processes
Maintaining accounting procedures and managing financial tasks
Ensuring accurate parent accounts, direct debits, and payment processes
Meeting daily, weekly, and termly reporting deadlines
Providing exceptional customer service to whānau
Supporting bookings, data entry, and general centre operations
Occasionally engaging with our tamariki as part of the wider team
This is a permanent, full‑time role (7.5 hours per day, Monday–Friday). Our centre operates 7:30am–5:30pm, and ideally we are seeking someone who can start at 7:30am to best support our families. Flexibility may be considered for the right candidate.
What We’re Looking For
We’d love to hear from you if you are:
Professional, respectful, confidential, and kind in all interactions
Experienced in general office administration (minimum one year)
Confident with accounting processes and meeting deadlines
A strong communicator with excellent customer service skills
Comfortable engaging with everyone that visits our centre
Highly organised, proactive, and reliable
Skilled in Word, Excel, Outlook, and general IT systems
A collaborative team member willing to support all areas of the centre
Attention to detail and a commitment to smooth, accurate processes are essential.
Why BestStart?
At BestStart, we are committed to being a progressive, adaptable leader in the ECE sector. We value our people and recognise the positive impact they make every day.
Our benefits include:
National Support Team and Admin Helpdesk
Access to Whare Ako, our online learning platform
Career development support, learn something new and grow your skills
$2000* for referring a qualified teacher
Discounted childcare
Subsidised health insurance*
Free annual flu vaccinations
Confidential EAP counselling
Wellbeing programme
Sick leave available from day one
One week of additional leave after 10 years of service
Join Us! If you’re an organised, friendly, and motivated administrator who thrives in a busy, people‑focused environment, we’d love to welcome you to BestStart Huntsbury. Click Apply Now and become part of a team that values collaboration, growth, and the joy of supporting young learners.
For a copy of the Job Description visit Position-Description---Centre-Administration.pdf
Company profile
BestStart
Education & Training
1,001-5,000 employees
BestStart is for families who want more from early-childhood education. Safe, nurturing and educationally focused, we’re committed to growing caring people with curious minds.
Our vision is to work in partnership with families, whanau & communities to enable children to achieve their learning potential.
We want everyone at BestStart to feel that they are valued and can bring their real, authentic self to work to support our tamariki, whānau, and each other.
We're big on growing our people. We’re committed to supporting you to grow and develop. We want you to grow in confidence and grow in capability. Right from day one you will feel supported.
Together we teach, learn and nurture!
BestStart is for families who want more from early-childhood education. Safe, nurturing and educationally focused, we’re committed to growing caring people with curious minds.
Our vision is to work in partnership with families, whanau & communities to enable children to achieve their learning potential.
We want everyone at BestStart to feel that they are valued and can bring their real, authentic self to work to support our tamariki, whānau, and each other.
We're big on growing our people. We’re committed to supporting you to grow and develop. We want you to grow in confidence and grow in capability. Right from day one you will feel supported.
Together we teach, learn and nurture!
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Perks and benefits
WELLBEING
SUPPORTING YOUR STUDIES
CAREER DEVELOPMENT
EXTRAS FOR TEACHERS
WORK & HOME
BESTSTART
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About the Role
As our Centre Administrator, you’ll play a vital role in the smooth day‑to‑day running of the centre. You’ll be the first point of contact for enrolment enquiries, guiding families through applications, fees, and subsidies with clarity and confidence. You’ll also take the lead on maintaining and improving our administrative systems, ensuring our processes are accurate, efficient, and aligned with Ministry of Education requirements.
Your responsibilities will include:
Managing enrolment enquiries and supporting new families
Overseeing centre filing systems and administrative processes
Maintaining accounting procedures and managing financial tasks
Ensuring accurate parent accounts, direct debits, and payment processes
Meeting daily, weekly, and termly reporting deadlines
Providing exceptional customer service to whānau
Supporting bookings, data entry, and general centre operations
Occasionally engaging with our tamariki as part of the wider team
This is a permanent, full‑time role (7.5 hours per day, Monday–Friday). Our centre operates 7:30am–5:30pm, and ideally we are seeking someone who can start at 7:30am to best support our families. Flexibility may be considered for the right candidate.
What We’re Looking For
We’d love to hear from you if you are:
Professional, respectful, confidential, and kind in all interactions
Experienced in general office administration (minimum one year)
Confident with accounting processes and meeting deadlines
A strong communicator with excellent customer service skills
Comfortable engaging with everyone that visits our centre
Highly organised, proactive, and reliable
Skilled in Word, Excel, Outlook, and general IT systems
A collaborative team member willing to support all areas of the centre
Attention to detail and a commitment to smooth, accurate processes are essential.
Why BestStart?
At BestStart, we are committed to being a progressive, adaptable leader in the ECE sector. We value our people and recognise the positive impact they make every day.
Our benefits include:
National Support Team and Admin Helpdesk
Access to Whare Ako, our online learning platform
Career development support, learn something new and grow your skills
$2000* for referring a qualified teacher
Discounted childcare
Subsidised health insurance*
Free annual flu vaccinations
Confidential EAP counselling
Wellbeing programme
Sick leave available from day one
One week of additional leave after 10 years of service
Join Us! If you’re an organised, friendly, and motivated administrator who thrives in a busy, people‑focused environment, we’d love to welcome you to BestStart Huntsbury. Click Apply Now and become part of a team that values collaboration, growth, and the joy of supporting young learners.
For a copy of the Job Description visit Position-Description---Centre-Administration.pdf
Company profile
BestStart
Education & Training
1,001-5,000 employees
BestStart is for families who want more from early-childhood education. Safe, nurturing and educationally focused, we’re committed to growing caring people with curious minds.
Our vision is to work in partnership with families, whanau & communities to enable children to achieve their learning potential.
We want everyone at BestStart to feel that they are valued and can bring their real, authentic self to work to support our tamariki, whānau, and each other.
We're big on growing our people. We’re committed to supporting you to grow and develop. We want you to grow in confidence and grow in capability. Right from day one you will feel supported.
Together we teach, learn and nurture!
BestStart is for families who want more from early-childhood education. Safe, nurturing and educationally focused, we’re committed to growing caring people with curious minds.
Our vision is to work in partnership with families, whanau & communities to enable children to achieve their learning potential.
We want everyone at BestStart to feel that they are valued and can bring their real, authentic self to work to support our tamariki, whānau, and each other.
We're big on growing our people. We’re committed to supporting you to grow and develop. We want you to grow in confidence and grow in capability. Right from day one you will feel supported.
Together we teach, learn and nurture!
Show more
Perks and benefits
WELLBEING
SUPPORTING YOUR STUDIES
CAREER DEVELOPMENT
EXTRAS FOR TEACHERS
WORK & HOME
BESTSTART
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💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Centre Administrator (BestStart Huntsbury) position is now open for candidates interested in the Data Entry Jobs sector. This role in Christchurch offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Data Entry Jobs is a plus.
