About Discovery Early Learning Centres:

Discovery Early Learning Centres is a Tasmanian family owned and operated organisation with extensive experience in providing high quality education and care programs for children from birth to twelve years of age, across Tasmania. Our services each have a unique character and spirit that is reflective of the communities they operate in.

About The Position:

An exciting opportunity exists for a Full or Part Time Bookings and Support Services Officer to join our Discovery Office team based in Hobart.

The purpose of the role is to ensure consistent support is provided to Services, ensuring day to-to day operational requirements are met. The Booking & Support Services Officer will be responsible for ensuring bookings and waitlists are up-to-date, whilst providing comprehensive administrative and systems support.

The position will report to our Manager – Support Services and will work collaboratively with the Managing Director and the Head Office Leadership Team.

Applicants Must Have:

Current Driver’s License, and willingness to travel within the state and interstate as required.

Current Tasmanian Working with Vulnerable Persons Registration.

Relevant qualification and / or experience in Business Administration

Relevant experience in Early Childhood Education and Care.

Discovery Early Learning Centres is a Child Safe Organisation and is committed to an organisation wide culture of child safety with a zero-tolerance approach to child abuse. We require all applicants to undergo an extensive screening process prior to appointment.

Selection Criteria:

When addressing the criteria below, please provide specific details of your abilities, qualifications, experience, standard of work and previous performance.

Demonstrated experience in an administration role, with multiple stakeholders and competing priorities. Experience with managing books and / or rosters would be advantage.

Knowledge and understanding of the administration functions with an Early Childhood Education and Care Service.

High level of interpersonal and communication skills, and the ability to negotiate successful outcomes.

Ability to work autonomously.

Time management skills and ability to prioritise tasks.

High level of computer literacy (Microsoft Office Suite etc). Experience with using Qikkids (or an equivalent Child Care Management System) and / or an electronic booking system would be an advantage.

Commitment to ongoing learning, personal development and continuous improvement.

Benefits:

Flexible rosters & optional accrued time off

Staff children in care discount - 50% off gap fee

Conditional 8 weeks paid parental leave

On-the-job coaching & professional development

Annual uniform allowance

Employee Assistance Program & focus on wellbeing

Monthly RDO's for full time employees

How to apply:

To be considered for this opportunity Click APPLY now, and provide your cover letter, a statement addressing the selection criteria as listed above and your resume outlining your previous work history and qualifications. Applications will only be accepted via seek. Further information can be obtained by emailing [email protected]

Further information can be found at our website: https://discoveryelc.com.au/careers

Discovery is a Tasmanian ‘Employer of Choice’ and is renowned for enabling individuals to fulfil their career and life goals. As an equal-opportunity employer, Discovery is proud of our inclusive and diverse work environments and is committed to inclusive practices that support Reconciliation, inclusion, diversity, and equity. We encourage applications from individuals who identify as Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander and who are from diverse cultural and ethnic backgrounds.