Overview
Building Futures Montessori Forest Lake is seeking a full-time Administrator to fill a Parental Leave contract until early June 2026, with the possibility of continued employment after completion. This role is available for an immediate start with an extended handover period and would suit an experienced Administrator in an educational setting.
This is a full-time position, rostered Monday-Friday within centre operating hours. The initial position will be a maximum term contract until early June 2026 with the potential for ongoing employment in an alternative role after completion of this contract.
Responsibilities
* General administrative duties - mail and email processing, telephone and in-person enquiries
* Wait list management, centre tours and enrolments
* Customer account support and CCS processing
* Outstanding debt monitoring and follow-up
* Document management - filing, archiving
Benefits
* Above Award wages
* Uniform supplied and laundry allowance paid
* Paid staff meetings
* Paid first aid and CPR certifications and other compliance requirements
* Generous employee discounts for childcare for immediate family members
* Employee discounts and benefits programme - FLARE
* Annual staff conference and access to ongoing professional development
* Personal wellness support with access to Employee Assistance Programme
Selection Criteria
* Prior experience in an Administration role (experience within a childcare or educational setting highly regarded but not essential)
* Customer service or front office/reception experience highly regarded
* Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills
* Knowledge of childcare software packages and current childcare subsidy entitlements highly regarded
* Point of sale and account management experience highly regarded
* Business administration qualifications highly regarded but not essential
* Early Childhood Education Care qualifications highly regarded
* Montessori Early Childhood Education qualifications or experience highly regarded
* Paid Blue card (Working with Children Check) or willingness to obtain
About Us
Building Futures Montessori is South East Queensland's leading Montessori childcare provider with locations in Forest Lake, Wavell Heights, and Blackstone. We employ 130+ staff and are expanding in centre size, into new locations and affiliated businesses including Family Day Care and development of the "Your Child\'s Day" app. All educators are Montessori qualified or working towards a Montessori qualification. We value professional growth within a stable and supportive environment and are committed to being a child safe organisation with the Queensland Government Statement of Shared Commitment.
How to Apply
If you are seeking a genuine career opportunity and would like to be an integral member of our Forest Lake team, please apply by submitting a Cover Letter and up-to-date Resume today
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