Administration Assistant

Company description:
Goodstart is Australia’s largest early learning provider. As a not–for–profit social enterprise, we exist purely to improve the lives of Australia’s children and their families. Our people are our foundation, together we are working to ensure children have the learning, development and wellbeing outcomes they need for school and life.
Job description: Role: Administration Assistant  

Location:95 Brookes Street, Fortitude Valley, 4006, QLD
Centre: Goodstart Fortitude Valley

Employment Type: Permanent, Part time, 16 hours/week

Pay: Up to 39.34 (based on experience and qualification) + Superannuation + Benefits 

Provide a warm welcome to children and families while supporting your centre team 

Competitive pay above the national award rates 

Get 15% discount off your childcare gap fees 

Are you looking for a chance to use your customer service skills to make a difference? Whether you’re an experienced administrator or you think you’ve got the skills to excel in this role, we’d love to talk to you about which of our amazing opportunities would be the best fit for you. 

In this role, you will:  

Support the Centre Director to prioritise and build the centre’s attendance pipeline 

Deliver a high standard of customer service, including responding to enquiries in a friendly and professional manner 

Perform key business administration tasks 

Build and maintain strong relationships with families 

About Goodstart Fortitude Valley
* A welcoming, inclusive centre where children come first and relationships matter.
* We believe every child belongs and deserves the best possible start in life.
* Large outdoor learning spaces connect children with nature and Country year-round.
* Indoor and outdoor learning environments give children freedom to play, explore, and learn.
* Our diverse team of 30+ educators reflects and celebrates inclusion for children, families, and staff.
* Passionate early childhood professionals committed to strong relationships and high-quality education.

What Goodstart can offer you: 

Competitive pay above the national award rates 

15% discount off your childcare fees and up to 6 weeks paid parental leave 

Fitness Passport - access to gyms and pools for you and your family at a heavily discounted price 

Paid professional development  

Two wellbeing days included in your personal leave per year  

Free annual flu shot (optional) 

Option to purchase extra leave for even greater work life balance   

First Nations Support and Cultural Leave 

Retail discounts on insurance, travel and technology 

Uniform allowance and employee referral program 

You’ll need: 

Current QLD with Children Check 

Certificate of Completion for the National Child Safety Foundation Training, completed via Geccko platform  

How to apply: 

Click ‘Apply Now’ and submit your application. 

We review applications as they are submitted. We encourage you to submit your application as soon as possible for your best chance to progress to the next stage of the process.  

Have a question? Contact Anjana from our Talent Acquisition Team on 1800 222 543 or via email [email protected]

Supporting our people and protecting our children 

We’re an equal opportunity employer that is proud of our inclusive and diverse work environment. We know that Goodstarters from diverse cultures, backgrounds and experiences strengthen our teams and help us grow. We’re also deeply committed to Reconciliation and creating an environment where Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People feel a strong sense of belonging and connection.  

Safety is our priority and we will take any action necessary to ensure that all children can feel safe and be safe, and are safeguarded from abuse, neglect and harm. As a Child Safe Organisation, all of our candidates must have or obtain a valid working with children check along with Certificate of Completion for the National Child Safety Foundation Training, completed via Geccko platform. 

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To apply: https://goodstart-early-learning.contactrh.com/jobs/12217/44550604