ChildCare Administration Assistant | KU Figtree Preschool at KU Children's Services

Figtree, New South Wales, Australia -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

13 May, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

12 Feb, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Organised, Outgoing, Customer Service, Administrative Duties, Enrolment Management, Family Accounts Management, Waiting List Management, General Accounting, Email Query Response, Phone Query Response, Filing, Record Keeping, Attention to Detail, Relationship Enhancement, Computer Proficiency, Team Approach

Industry

Education Administration Programs

Description

The Service KU Figtree is a community-based preschool serving 30 children aged 3 to school age. Established in 1971, we have strong ties with families and the local community, creating a welcoming environment. Our program includes preschool picnics, BBQs, social events, and visits from storytellers and performers. We also connect with local schools and aged-care members. Open Monday to Friday, 8:00am–3:30pm. The Role This opportunity will see you working 6 hours per week. The working hours and day of the week to work is negotable with candidates progressed to interview. We are looking for an organised and outgoing administrator to provide a range of administrative duties vital to the efficient operations of the service. You will be the first point of contact for families managing enrolments, family accounts and the centre’s waiting list using the software XAP, some general accounting tasks, responding to email and phone queries’ and assisting the Director with a range of tasks including filing and record keeping. 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. How to apply: Please apply online today. Upload your updated Cover Letter and Resume via the 'APPLY NOW' button. Applications close at 6:00pm on Wednesday 25th February 2026. Contact Sarah HR Partner via careers@ku.com.au or 02 92683959 (please note: applications are not accepted via this email). The KU Careers Facebook page is available for you with all things KU recruitment - new roles, KU news and interview tips and tricks. Like and Follow! KU is committed to social justice and human rights, inclusion and diversity, and equal employment opportunity. We recognise the voice of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and promote their participation at KU. KU Children’s Services is committed to being a child safe organisation. We put children’s safety and wellbeing at the centre of our practices. Child safety is a shared responsibility across the organisation. All KU staff contribute to maintaining our child safe culture and ensuring the safety and wellbeing of the children in our services and programs. KU has a zero tolerance of harm or abuse of children.

Responsibilities

The role involves providing a range of administrative duties vital to the efficient operations of the service, including managing enrolments, family accounts, and the centre’s waiting list using XAP software. The assistant will also handle general accounting tasks and serve as the first point of contact for families via email and phone.