Administrator

AdministratorKindy

An exciting opportunity has become available for an experienced administrator to join our Kindergarten team to provide administration support for the Head Teacher and teaching team, and to liaise with centre families.
As well as general reception and office duties, this role includes: new enrolments; maintaining existing enrolments; invoicing; communication (newsletters, handbooks, correspondence); assisting with updating policies & procedures; general office duties; assisting with arranging for relief teaching staff when required. The role will also at times include short-term teacher relief.
This role would suit someone who enjoys supporting and encouraging parents and whanau. The successful applicant will have a warm and welcoming manner and the ability to support the Christian-based values of the philosophy of our centre.
The successful applicant will have:
The availability to work throughout the year (including through school holidays)
Excellent people skills, and an ability to communicate effectively with a wide range of people
Great organising skills, strong administration skills and sound computer skills in Microsoft office suite
A flexible and proactive manner and the ability to remain calm and composed in all situations
Excellent attention to detail and an accuracy with data entry
Minimum of 3-5 years office administration experience
A positive & professional approach to their work
The ability to maintain confidential information appropriately
An ability to work independently, and as part of a team
A vision & passion for children and families, and to see lives transformed in our community
VisionWest Community Trust is an award-winning, not-for-profit organisation with faith-based roots, that provides a range of services to communities in Auckland, Bay of Plenty, Waikato and Christchurch.