Administrative Assistant, KU Merewether Preschool — Newcastle Region, New South Wales
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Description As a cherished fixture in the community since 1959, KU Merewether Preschool has built a strong reputation for providing rich, personalized education and care, tailored to meet each child’s unique needs in a warm, family-focused, and supportive environment. We are deeply committed to fostering a space where children feel safe, valued, and empowered to explore their world and develop a lifelong love for learning. At KU Merewether, we believe that every child is capable and curious, and we provide a wide variety of hands-on experiences to spark their imagination and build their confidence. Children engage in a diverse range of activities designed to promote their growth and development, including visual arts, music, gardening, and physical play. Our thoughtfully planned learning experiences extend to building and construction activities, sand and water play, and even exciting science experiments that encourage inquiry and discovery. The Role We are looking for an organised and outgoing administrator to provide a range of administrative duties vital to the efficient operations of the service on a part time, permanent basis. You will be the first point of contact for families managing enrolments, family accounts and the centre’s waiting list using the software XAP, s ome general accounting tasks, responding to email and phone queries’ and assisting the Director with a range of tasks including filing and record keeping. This is a permanent opportunity to join the service 6 hours per week on Thursday or Friday. You will also have priority access to other opportunities that come available at nearby services. You will need: A NSW Employee Working With Children Check (if appointed) Excellent customer service skills A collaborative team approach Strong administrative and organisational skills with attention to detail Ability to establish, maintain and enhance positive internal and external relationships A positive and ‘can do’ attitude Previous experience and / or a relevant qualification Have proficient computer skills, including MS Word, Excel, and Outlook Experience the KU Difference KU offers more benefits than any other employer in the sector, including: Generous annual pay increases, 5 additional personal leave days for service-based staff, Up to 14 weeks of KU paid parental leave, KU Plus an extensive Employee benefits program with access to discounts/cashback from 400 retailers, KU focuses on wholistic staff wellness through its Health & Wellbeing portal, Access to extensive free professional learning, Well-resourced and environmentally responsible workplaces, Coaching and mentoring from experienced colleagues.

Applications close Sunday, 6 April 2025
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