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Administration Assistant
Goodstart Early Learning
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3.6
Cairns QLD 4870
$39.34 an hour
Part-time
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$39.34 an hour
Childcare assistance, Travel reimbursement, Referral program, Professional development assistance, Uniform allowance, Parental leave, Insurance services, Complimentary flu shots
Part-time
Cairns QLD 4870

Full job description

Role: Administration Assistant

Centre: Goodstart Woree - Toogood Road

Employment Type: Part time, 16 hours per week

Pay: $39.34 per hour


  • Provide a warm welcome to children and families while supporting your centre team

  • Competitive pay above the national award rates

  • Get 15% discount off your childcare gap fees



Are you looking for a chance to use your customer service skills to make a difference? Whether you’re an experienced administrator or you think you’ve got the skills to excel in this role, we’d love to talk to you about which of our amazing opportunities would be the best fit for you.


In this role, you will:

  • Support the Centre Director to prioritise and build the centre’s attendance pipeline

  • Deliver a high standard of customer service, including responding to enquiries in a friendly and professional manner

  • Perform key business administration tasks

  • Build and maintain strong relationships with families


About Goodstart Woree - Toogood Road:

  • We're a culturally safe, nurturing early learning centre located in the heart of Woree on Gimuy Wulabara Yidinji Country.

  • With a longstanding team, strong community partnerships, and a focus on cultural inclusion, we offer more than childcare - we provide a place where every child feels seen, heard, and supported to grow.

  • Deep cultural connection with local Elders and Torres Strait Islander educators.
  • Dedicated support and a safe environment for families with higher needs.
  • Nature-rich outdoor areas and eco-conscious education.

  • Renovated centre facilities, including new fencing and signage.



What Goodstart can offer you:

  • Competitive pay above the national award rates

  • 15% discount off your childcare fees and up to 6 weeks paid parental leave

  • Fitness Passport - access to gyms and pools for you and your family at a heavily discounted price

  • Paid professional development

  • Two wellbeing days included in your personal leave per year

  • Free annual flu shot (optional)

  • Option to purchase extra leave for even greater work life balance

  • First Nations Support and Cultural Leave

  • Retail discounts on insurance, travel and technology

  • Uniform allowance and employee referral program


You’ll need:

  • Current QLD with Children Check

  • Certificate of Completion for the National Child Safety Foundation Training, completed via Geccko platform


How to apply:

Click ‘Apply Now’ and submit your application.



We review applications as they are submitted. We encourage you to submit your application as soon as possible for your best chance to progress to the next stage of the process.


Have a question? Contact Monica from our Talent Acquisition Team on 1800 222 543 or via email mjames2@goodstart.org.au


At Goodstart we are deeply committed to Reconciliation and encourage Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people to apply. For further information and support email deadlycareers@goodstart.org.au


Supporting our people and protecting our children

We’re an equal opportunity employer that is proud of our inclusive and diverse work environment. We know that Goodstarters from diverse cultures, backgrounds and experiences strengthen our teams and help us grow. We’re also deeply committed to Reconciliation and creating an environment where Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People feel a strong sense of belonging and connection.


Safety is our priority and we will take any action necessary to ensure that all children can feel safe and be safe, and are safeguarded from abuse, neglect and harm. As a Child Safe Organisation, all of our candidates must have or obtain a valid working with children check along with Certificate of Completion for the National Child Safety Foundation Training, completed via Geccko platform.


Posting Notes: WOREE, CAIRNS || QLD || Australia (AU) || | || No Early Childhood Qualification || Part-Time

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