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Administration Officer - Gillieston HeightsFlexibility around school hours + Above Award rateIn this dynamic role, youll be at the heart of the centres operations, becoming the friendly first point of contact for families and playing a key role in guiding them through the enrolment journey and beyond. Working alongside our passionate Centre Director and educators, youll provide crucial support across a range of admin tasks helping everything run smoothly behind the scenes.This is a permanent part-time opportunity, 25 hours per week, Monday to Friday with flexibility around school hours to support work-life balance.The BenefitsSt Nicholas offers a wide range of benefits that support and enrich the lives of our employees, including:mnBenefits program: Enjoy up to 10% off at top retailers with our mnBenefits programRemuneration: Above Award rate of pay and paid overtimeFlexibility: You will be supported to balance work and personal commitments through flexibilityGrowth: Paid Industry-leading training and career progression within the organisation through a variety of learning and development pathwaysFacilities: State of the Art, purpose-built centres powered by 100% green energyAdditional Benefits: Three days additional paid leave at Christmas, employer-funded parental leave, salary packaging, corporate benefits including:Fitness Passport (T&C''s apply), EAP and flu injections50% off childcare fees for all full and part-time employees$1,000 staff referral bonuses ($1,500 for eligible positions)POSITION DESCRIPTIONThe purpose of this position is to provide a high level of professional administration and customer service support to the operation of St Nicholass Early Education - Gillieston Heights.The Administration Officer will be responsible for various administration tasks including general administration and customer service including enrolment and orientation coordination for new families joining the centre.This position will be required to communicate effectively and provide a high level of customer service to the families within the centre. They will perform a range of administration tasks for the Director and their respective team within the centre.EXPERIENCE/CRITERIADemonstrated ability in accurate and proficient performance of a wide range of administrative tasksExcellent communication skills in interactions with familiesExcellent organisational and problem-solving skills, interpersonal skills and communication (written and oral) skills.Demonstrated capacity to organise, prioritise and manage several tasks at one time to meet various deadlinesDemonstrated skill in coordination, filing, and record managementAbility to act with tact and discretion, maintaining high standards of confidentialityIntermediate experience and ability to work with Microsoft Office programs, specifically Word and ExcelSelf-motivated with the ability to work autonomously and be responsible and accountable for own workQUALIFICATIONSCertificate III in Administration or a minimum of 3 years Early Childhood Administration experienceCurrent Working With Children Check (WWCC)Current Class C Drivers LicenceNational Criminal History check clearanceCertificate III in Childrens Services and/or Diploma in Childrens Services (Desirable)Prior experience and knowledge in a childcare environment (Desirable)Experience with Child Care Management System software (Desirable)If you genuinely share our passion for Childhood Education we would love to hear from you! APPLY now.Applications for this position will only be considered if submitted through the following platforms: our careers page on our website, mnpeople, Indeed, Seek, or LinkedIn.Additional InformationThe Diocese of Maitland-Newcastle is committed to safeguarding children and vulnerable persons and preventing those in our care from suffering abuse or neglect. It is committed to implementing and maintaining compliance with the NSW Child Safe Standards and the National Catholic Safeguarding Standards and takes a zero-tolerance approach to abuse of children or vulnerable persons.All who work in the name of the Diocese must comply with the Diocesan Safeguarding Framework Policy and act in accordance with the Dioceses Code of Conduct which includes the Dioceses Safeguarding Commitment Statement. Employees are required to undergo a National Police Check and retain a valid NSW Working with Children Check where necessary, in accordance with legislation.St Nicholas promotes the safety and wellbeing of children from culturally or linguistically diverse backgrounds and encourages applications from people from culturally or linguistically diverse backgrounds.St Nicholas promotes the safety and wellbeing of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children and encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. #J-18808-Ljbffr