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Receptionist

  • 517394
  • Varsity Lakes, QLD, 4227
  • Operations
  • Permanent Full time

G8 Education is one of Australia’s largest early education and care providers, with more than 420+ centres across Australia and over 10,000 team members who are all helping shape the lives of over 42,000 children every day.  Our core values of passion, innovation, dedication, compassion, and integrity, unite us on our journey to ensure the health and happiness of future generations. We are committed to developing a culture that empowers and rewards our team of early childhood educators, teachers, leaders, and support office.

The Opportunity

The Receptionist is responsible for contributing towards making the G8 Support Office a great place to work, and an Employer of Choice. This includes but is not limited to, overseeing the day-to-day function of reception, co-ordination the front desk as well as welcoming new team members to G8. 

Your day-to-day

No two days are the same; this role is diverse, with depth and breadth to cement your career, now and into the future. Areas of core responsibility include, but are not limited to:

  • Coordinate general maintenance and safety of the office
  • Greet and assist visitors, ensuring they feel welcome and directed to the right department
  • Conduct office inductions with all new starters
  • Handle mail distribution and assist with light administrative tasks, such as data entry and filing
  • Update the Support Office Database with new starters as required
  • Answer, screen, and forward incoming calls while handling general inquiries
  • Ensure visitors and contractors are signed in via the system. 
  • Receipting of various invoices as required 
  • Any other duties as required by the Office Manager 

About You

You thrive in a fast-paced and engaging work environment, valuing strong partnerships, collaboration, and a commitment to excellence. As someone who takes ownership of outcomes, you embrace the complexity and challenges that come with this role, while maintaining an agile and result-driven mindset. To be successful in this role, you should possess the following skills and experiences:

  • Prior experience in a receptionist or administrative support role, 12 months is preferred
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a friendly and approachable demeanor
  • Strong organisational skills and attention to detail
  • Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) and general office equipment
  • Ability to multitask and remain calm in a fast-paced environment
  • Ability to work calmly and accurately in a fast-paced environment
  • Hold, or be willing to obtain, a valid working with children check

Benefits Include: 

  • Competitive salary package
  • Career development opportunities as part of a large ASX-listed company
  • Role autonomy
  • Access a 50% discount on early education and childcare fees at any G8 Education Centre.
  • Exclusive access to our employee benefits program covering a wide range of discounts and promotions. 

This is a rare opportunity; if you want a diverse, challenging and personally fulfilling role, apply now! 

Please note the advertising closing date is indicative only.  G8 Education reserves the right to close the advertisement before this date is reached. Therefore, it is encouraged that you submit your application as soon as possible. 

G8 Education is a committed advocate for child protection, safety and wellbeing. We have a zero tolerance for any form of child abuse or harm. The safety and wellbeing of children will always be our priority, and all team members are expected to embrace this shared commitment. All G8 Education employees will need to hold a relevant Working with Children Check upon their commencement into the business. 

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