Office Administrator – South Pine Kindergarten

About the Role:

South Pine Kindergarten is seeking a confident and highly organised Kindergarten Office Administrator to join our team.
This is a part time position that will involve managing the administrative and financial aspects of our kindergarten, ensuring the smooth running of our day-to-day activities.

This part- time contract position is for working at the kindy up to two days per week, for a total of 10 to 12 hours weekly.

South Pine Kindy is a not-for-profit Community Kindergarten and has been providing high-quality early education and care services since 1978. The kindergarten currently operates two Qld Govt approved kindergarten programs per week. Please see our website: southpinekindy.com.au to find out more about our Kindy.

What you will be doing

• Oversee the administrative functions of the kindergarten, including managing enrolments, attendance records, and parent communications
• Liaise with teaching staff to ensure the efficient operation of the kindergarten
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date financial records and documentation
• Support the implementation of policies and procedures to ensure compliance with relevant regulations and standards
• Perform other administrative duties as required to support the overall operations of the kindergarten.

What we’re looking for

• Proven experience in an administrative or office management role, preferably within the education sector
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build strong relationships with staff, parents, and stakeholders
• Strong organisational and multitasking abilities, with a keen eye for detail
• Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office suite and QuickBooks Accounts or similar
• Knowledge of early childhood education regulations and standards or a willingness to learn.

Perks of the role include

• Working with a supportive, longstanding and caring team
• Training will be provided to help transition into the role
• Flexibility to work within school hours
• Flexibility around the days that you work
• Supportive Parent Management Committee.

About us

South Pine Community Kindy holds a good reputation in the local area of Strathpine and surroundings in providing a high quality, engaging and affordable Kindergarten program. We have experienced staff who promote and share a love of learning and warm, nurturing relationships with children. We support inclusivity and diversity of culture in our program. Consistency with each class composition supports and promotes reciprocal partnerships with children and families.

Safe, kind, respectful and ethical relationships are the heart of our work.
These meaningful connections strengthen our sense of identity, belonging and well-being. We embrace diversity and respect the unique cultural backgrounds of all families. We are committed to culturally safe practices, social justice, sustainability, inclusion, and wellbeing for all.
(SPCK Philosophy).

If you are an experienced administrative professional with a passion for early childhood education, we’d love to hear from you.

Please contact [email protected] to obtain a more detailed Position Description and copy of South Pine Kindy Philosophy.

How to Apply

Please submit a Cover Letter of no more than one page, outlining how your values align with South Pine Kindy Philosophy and why you believe you are a great fit for this role. Kindly include a Resume detailing your relevant experience.

Applications will remain open until the position is filled. As we will review applications as they are received, we encourage interested candidates to apply as soon as possible.