Kindergarten Administrator
Organisation
Renown Kindergarten Inc
For Provider
Renown Kindergarten
Closing date
24.06.2025
Primary role
Administrator
Position type
Part-time
Location
South Yarra
State
VIC
About the Centre/Service
Renown Kindergarten in South Yarra has been providing kindergarten children with their first educational experience since 1920. We have a rich history and tradition, and are committed to offering an early childhood service of the highest quality.
Renown offers three different kindergarten programs, including our Three and Four year old programs and our Bilingual program for 3 and 4 year olds. The Bilingual program is a specialised French/English kinder program based on the French National Curriculum and the Early Years Learning Framework.
What we offer:
This is an exceptional career opportunity for early childhood professionals to join our well-respected community kindergarten. Renown offers a vibrant and professional environment that has a clear vision for supporting our highly qualified and collaborative staff. We offer a caring and respectful workplace, along with professional development opportunities tailored to the individual and the team. Renown is easily accessible by public transport and enjoys strong links with the community in which it resides.
Work Days of the Role
Tuesday* and Thursdays (*Flexibilities around day of week)
Hours of Work of the Role
15
Description
We are seeking a highly organised and detail-oriented Kindergarten Administrator to support the smooth daily operations of our community-based early kindergarten. This vital role works closely with our Director, Educational Leader, Committee of Management, bookkeeper, and accountant to ensure our kindergarten continues to operate efficiently and reflect our philosophy and values.
This is a part-time role (15 hours per week), offering flexible working arrangements within kindergarten operational hours. The successful applicant will play a key role in supporting both our educational team and our broader kindergarten community.
This role will commence ASAP. There is potential for more hours in the future.
Key Responsibilities:
- Manage payroll, invoicing, bill payments, and bank reconciliations
- Support the kindergarten’s day-to-day business operations
- Provide timely phone and email support to families and the wider community.
- Liaise with the Committee of Management and key staff for reporting and compliance.
- Support enrolment and orientation processes
- Support regulatory and financial reporting as required
- Maintain clear records and assist with policy implementation where needed
- Renown holds an exceeding rating in all 7 areas of the National Quality Framework.
- We have a strong commitment to professional development and encourage each staff member to be a champion in their preferred field. Some of these areas include - Reconciliation and Indigenous Perspectives, Anti bias education and Health and Wellbeing.
- You will be supported by experienced and trained staff members that value working as part of an excellent team.
Qualifications
Qualifications/Preferred Skills
- Previous experience in early childhood or education administration is preferred
- Familiarity with platforms such as Xero, EnrolNow, Arrival/KIMS, Microsoft Outlook, and Microsoft Office Suite (Teams, Word, Excel)
- Strong organisational, communication and interpersonal skills
- Excellent attention to detail
- Ability to work independently, manage time effectively and maintain confidentiality
- Understanding of the philosophy and values underpinning early childhood educatio
Requirements
WWCC
Industrial Agreement/Award
Other
