Administration Assistant
Goodstart Early Learning
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Job Description
About the Role: Administration Assistant
Goodstart Early Learning Ashfield is seeking a dedicated Administration Assistant to join their vibrant team. This permanent part-time position offers 12 hours per week, split between Tuesday (8:30 am - 2:30 pm) and Thursday (11 am - 5:30 pm). You will be instrumental in creating a welcoming environment for children and families while providing essential support to the Centre Director and team.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide a warm welcome to children and families, ensuring a positive first impression.
- Support the Centre Director in prioritizing and building the centre’s attendance pipeline.
- Deliver exceptional customer service, professionally responding to all enquiries.
- Execute key business administration tasks efficiently and accurately.
- Build and maintain strong, positive relationships with families.
About Goodstart Ashfield
Our Ashfield centre is conveniently located just minutes from public transport and local shops. It is a vibrant and positive 46-place centre, boasting a diverse multicultural team from various backgrounds including Columbia, Bangladesh, China, India, Japan, Lebanon, Italy, Macedonia, and Nepal, fostering a rich and inclusive environment.
What Goodstart Early Learning Offers You
- Competitive pay above national award rates ($35.95 per hour + Super).
- 15% discount off your childcare gap fees and up to 6 weeks paid parental leave.
- Paid professional development opportunities.
- Two wellbeing days included in your personal leave per year.
- Free annual flu shot (optional).
- Option to purchase extra leave for enhanced work-life balance.
- First Nations Support and Cultural Leave.
- Retail discounts on insurance, travel, and technology.
- Uniform allowance and an employee referral program.
How to Apply
We encourage you to submit your application as soon as possible by clicking ‘Apply Now’, as we review applications as they are received. Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people are strongly encouraged to apply.
Our Commitment
Goodstart Early Learning is an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse and inclusive work environment. We believe that diverse cultures, backgrounds, and experiences strengthen our teams. We are also deeply committed to Reconciliation, fostering an environment where Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People feel a strong sense of belonging and connection.
Safety is our utmost priority. As a Child Safe Organisation, all candidates must possess or obtain a valid Working with Children Check to ensure all children feel safe and are safeguarded from abuse, neglect, and harm.
Key Skills/Competency
- Administration
- Customer Service
- Relationship Building
- Organisational Skills
- Communication
- Office Support
- Data Entry
- Time Management
- Child Care Administration
- Team Collaboration
How to Get Hired at Goodstart Early Learning
- Research Goodstart Early Learning's culture: Study their mission, values, recent news, and employee testimonials on LinkedIn and Glassdoor to understand their commitment to early childhood education and diversity.
- Customize your resume for Administration Assistant: Highlight experience in customer service, office administration, scheduling, and relationship management. Use keywords from the job description like 'customer service skills,' 'business administration tasks,' and 'relationships with families'.
- Showcase your passion for early learning: During your application and interview, articulate why you are drawn to working in an early learning environment and how your administrative skills will directly benefit children and families at Goodstart Ashfield.
- Prepare for behavioral questions: Be ready to share examples of how you've handled challenging customer interactions, managed multiple tasks, or contributed to a positive team environment, aligning with the Administration Assistant role.
- Emphasize your child safety commitment: Understand Goodstart Early Learning's Child Safe Organisation status and be prepared to discuss the importance of a valid Working with Children Check and your dedication to child wellbeing.
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