OFFICE ADMINISTRATOR

Have you contemplated starting a rewarding career in early education? Are you ready to play a significant role in the evolution of education? Do you want to engage both the hearts and the minds of children? Then this is your chance to be a part of Shichida’s mission to make a difference. Join our passionate team as an Office Administrator!

About You

Apply only if you are passionate about making an impact, and if the below resonates with you: 

  • You are friendly, warm, and approachable
  • You have a growth mindset
  • You get excited with problem-solving and learning new things
  • You are eager to be part of a growing organisation
  • You are reliable and resilient
  • You can commit to a full-time position

About Shichida

Shichida has a long and established history as a global leader in whole-brain education. Backed by more than 60 years of evolving research into early childhood brain development, our holistic and balanced curriculum is designed to stimulate the development of the entire brain, with a strong emphasis on developing empathy, resilience, critical thinking, and imagination.

Our vision is to shape a better future through the next generation of leaders. Shichida is an education for life. We aim to help young children learn, to inspire them to think about their role in the world and to provide them with tools and abilities to thrive.

At Shichida Australia, our mission is to revolutionise the landscape of early childhood education by instilling a lifelong love of learning and unleashing the full potential of each child. We strive to do so in a supportive, loving and acceptive environment. Our dynamic team is dedicated to leaving a lasting impact on children, parents and the wider world.

About Our Team

We cultivate a people-focused culture for our diverse team and our company culture is vibrant and led by values. Our Shichida values are deeply ingrained in how we work as a team, individually, and with/for the families that we have the chance to impact:

  • Making a difference
  • Building trustworthy relationships
  • Grow and be curious
  • Fun above all

We know that when our people thrive, so does our organisation. As such, we want everyone in our team to feel fulfilled and valued whilst being motivated with passion, perseverance, integrity, and innovation.

About The Role

  • Provide excellent customer service and experience for our families
  • Greet the families and direct them to the appropriate classrooms
  • Conduct administrative duties, including data entry, answering phone calls, responding to emails, and preparing documents
  • Provide administrative support for the operations team
  • Maintain electronic database
  • Handle requests for information and data
  • Resolve administrative problems and enquiries
  • Assist prospective customers with their queries
  • Work closely with the centre manager for customer management and campus growth

Schedule

  • Term hours: 4 weekdays (8:30am – 5:30pm); and Saturday morning (8:30am-1:00pm)
  • Term break hours: 5 weekdays (8:30am – 5:00pm)

Key Selection Criterea

  • Proven work experience as a sales and/or administrative representative
  • Demonstrated initiative and drive to contribute to a growing organisation
  • Ability to work independently, inter-dependently and collaboratively
  • Highly motivated and target driven
  • Excellent communication and negotiation skills
  • Proficient knowledge of Office Suites
  • Excellent time management and prioritisation skills
  • Demonstrated attention to detail and ability to problem solve
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Strong organisational skills with the ability to multi-task

What You Will Bring

  • The right to work in Australia without restriction: citizen or permanent resident
  • Prior experience working with children (highly advantageous!)
  • Valid Working with Children Check
  • A bachelor’s degree or a diploma
  • Ability to speak multiple languages is highly regarded

What You Will Get

  • Yearly performance bonus
  • Employee discount on the program & shop
  • Employee referral incentive
  • Regular professional development
  • Empowering and supportive work environment focused on wellbeing
  • Partner discounts with various retailers through our employee platform

Job Types

  • Full-time
  • Permanent

Ready To Make a Difference?

Applicants for this role must send their resume, cover letter and a response to the Key Selection Criteria above. Apply using the button below: