Can RosterElf help me manage multiple play centres?

Yes, RosterElf’s rostering software allows you to manage staffing efficiently across multiple play centre locations by offering a centralised platform for scheduling. You can easily create and adjust rosters, track staff availability, and ensure the right employees are assigned to the right locations. The software also provides real-time communication tools and live budget tracking to help manage labour costs and optimize staffing levels for each location.

Can RosterElf help me manage both part-time and full-time staff?

Yes, RosterElf is designed to efficiently manage both full-time and part-time employees. The software allows you to create flexible schedules that accommodate various employee types, manage their availability, and ensure compliance with all award requirements. The ‘Perfect Match’ algorithm helps you schedule the right staff for the right shifts, reducing conflicts and optimising your roster for full-time and part-time team members.

What benefits will my play centre gain from using RosterElf’s smart scheduling features?

Your play centre will benefit from reduced scheduling conflicts, improved staff satisfaction, and optimised staffing levels. The software automates many manual scheduling tasks, such as shift assignments and availability management, saving you time and reducing the risk of errors. Moreover, with live budget tracking, you can ensure staffing costs stay within budget, contributing to better financial management.

Can my play centre staff use the RosterElf app to update their availability and request shift swaps?

Yes, your play centre staff can use the RosterElf app to easily update their availability, request shift swaps, and clock in/out of their shifts. This self-service feature empowers employees to manage their schedules while giving managers the tools to approve or decline requests directly from the app.

How do the notifications work in the RosterElf app to inform play centre employees of schedule changes?

The RosterElf app sends instant notifications to employees regarding any schedule changes, shift swaps, or important updates. Managers can quickly inform staff of any changes, ensuring that all team members are always aware of their schedules in real-time, which helps maintain smooth operations in your play centre.

Is it possible for play centre managers to approve shift swaps and time-off requests directly through the app?

Yes, play centre managers can approve or decline shift swaps and time-off requests directly through the RosterElf app. This functionality makes it easy for managers to stay on top of staffing changes and ensures that the roster is always up-to-date and accurate.

What kind of support does RosterElf provide if my play centre staff face issues with the software?

RosterElf provides comprehensive support to help resolve any issues your play centre staff may face. You can access detailed user guides, video tutorials, and a dedicated customer support team via phone, email, or chat. The support team is well-equipped to handle any queries, ensuring smooth operation of the software at your play centre.

Is there a dedicated support team to help play centre managers set up and optimise the rostering software?

Yes, RosterElf offers a dedicated support team that assists play centre managers with setting up and optimising the rostering software. They provide guidance on software features, help configure settings to match your centre's specific needs, and offer training to ensure you make the most of the platform.

How quickly can we expect responses from RosterElf’s support team if there are issues with payroll integration for our play centre?

RosterElf’s support team is committed to providing prompt assistance. They typically respond to payroll integration issues within a few hours. They work closely with you to resolve any issues quickly, ensuring that payroll processes run smoothly without disrupting your play centre operations.

How does RosterElf ensure award compliance for my play centre staff with its automated calculations?

RosterElf’s software includes award interpretation that ensures compliance with all relevant labour laws and awards for your play centre staff. It calculates penalties, overtime, and allowances accurately, reducing the risk of errors and ensuring that all staff are paid correctly according to their respective award conditions.

Does the rostering software include tools for managing labour budgets and controlling wage costs in our play centre?

Yes, RosterElf’s rostering software includes a live budget tracking tool that helps you manage labour budgets and control wage costs in real-time. You can compare total wage costs against your play centre’s budget as you build the roster and make adjustments to stay within financial limits.

Can RosterElf integrate seamlessly with our existing payroll system to simplify payroll processing for our play centre?

Yes, RosterElf integrates seamlessly with popular payroll systems like Xero and MYOB, allowing you to export digital timesheets directly to your payroll system. This integration minimises manual data entry, reduces errors, and streamlines the entire payroll process for your play centre, saving you time and administrative effort.

How does RosterElf improve compliance with legal and regulatory requirements?

RosterElf ensures compliance by automating the collection and storage of legal forms and certifications. The platform verifies that all necessary information is completed, helping businesses stay compliant with regulations.

Is there any particular feature that helps me in scheduling staff easily for my play centre?

The ‘Perfect Match’ feature automatically assigns the best employees to shifts based on their availability, skills, and preferences. This ensures you always have the right people in the right roles, reducing scheduling conflicts and improving staff satisfaction.

What tools does RosterElf provide to help me avoid scheduling conflicts?

RosterElf offers tools like roster templates, live budget tracking, and the ‘Perfect Match’ feature to help you create smooth, conflict-free schedules. These tools make sure you always have the right number of staff with the right skills, which keeps everything running smoothly.

Can the software provide live budget tracking to help manage staffing costs in real-time for my play centre?

Yes, RosterElf’s software provides live budget tracking, which allows you to monitor staffing costs in real-time as you build the roster. This feature helps you compare wage costs against your play centre's budget and make necessary adjustments to keep labour expenses within financial limits.

Play Centre Rostering Software

Play centre employee scheduling

Play centre rostering software that works for you

Play centre rostering software

Scheduling made simple

Streamline staff management for your play centre with RosterElf’s intuitive software. Schedule part-time and full-time staff easily while ensuring award compliance.

Play centre workforce rosters

Control with confidence

Build smarter rosters with our easy-to-use scheduling tool. Employees can manage availability on the go, request shift swaps, and clock in/out digitally.

Play centre labour budgets

Keep costs in check!

Track and control your wage costs as you build rosters. Adjust staffing levels in real-time with our built-in budgeting tool to stay within budget.

Play centre payroll integration

Payroll, but faster

Seamless payroll integration lets you export digital timesheets to your play centre’s payroll system and automate award calculations to avoid errors.

Play centre staffing communication

Stay in the loop

Keep your staff informed with RosterElf’s communication tools. Update schedules, share shift changes, and notify employees of any updates in real-time.

Play centre staff scheduling software

Smart, smooth scheduling

Build efficient schedules for your team with ease. Optimise staffing levels while keeping track of roles, shifts, and payroll to ensure smooth operations.

What others say

Reviews from our customers

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“Roster Elf has been great for our business, streamlining the rostering process. It is easy to use, both the dashboard and app versions and I would recommend it to anyone still battling spreadsheets to try and manage their rosters.”

The Pavilion at Buller Wines

“I'm a bookkeeper and some of my clients use RosterElf to integrate with Xero and the reports are amazing for what a bookkeeper needs. Would recommend to anyone who asks.”

Leanne Shieffelbein

“Great local Aussie product for managing rosters, timesheets and automating payroll with fantastic support. They're also releasing new features and updates all the time which is refreshing to see in the SaaS space.”

Venkatesh Kanchan

“RosterElf is a great product and they provide excellent support with any queries we have had over the last 4 years. I recommend them to any business looking to improve their employee scheduling and payroll systems”

Bill Gordin

“RosterElf has been a great addition to our childcare centre. It has made rostering and leave so much easier. Payroll has been improved immensely and mistakes have been minimised which has been fantastic. More importantly, the focus on service and regular updates is great for us. We have found engaging a local company so beneficial and we like to support Australian based businesses where we can. I would happily recommend RosterElf to any childcare centre looking for a Rostering and Payroll System.”

Louis Evangelista

“Great, Simple and most helpful.”

Andrew Luczynski

“Roster Elf has offered impeccable support right from the start. It is user-friendly and straightforward. I appreciate the thorough answers provided to all my questions and prompt assistance. I highly recommend Roster Elf especially for its seamless integration with Xero, great value. Many thanks to Jaydon.”

Admin SWP

“Supportive & Easy to use - Roster Elf offers exceptional value, is incredibly user-friendly, and seamlessly integrates with Xero. The personal support and sessions provided truly enhance the experience. Highly recommended for anyone looking for an efficient and effective rostering solution”

Jennifer Mardini

“Supportive and on the Mark - RosterElf has everything a business needs to get started and maintain their payroll. Their staff are supportive and able to guide you into the right direction. So nice to see a friendly team that cares.”

Richard Kiefer

“This is the very best rostering software that I have used. It is so simple to learn. Super easy for staff to use and most importantly the support is sensational. There is loads of online training, but the email support is first class - often responding within minutes, which is critical when you get a glitch mid - pay processing. I highly recommend. Jane”

Jane Parviainen

“An excellent Rostering system - We switched to RosterElf and are so pleased we did. Their integration with Xero is faultless. Rostering and payroll consistently runs smoothly now.”

Ian Corney

WHY US

We get play centre rostering

Play centres face unique challenges like managing part-time and full-time staff across multiple locations, keeping within a tight budget, and ensuring smooth shift swaps. RosterElf offers streamlined scheduling, payroll integration, and budget tracking.

Multi-location roster

Managing schedules across multiple centres can be tricky. We help you streamline this process.

Budget management

Stay on track with real-time budget tracking while building rosters.

Shift flexibility

Shift swapping made easy with RosterElf’s 'Perfect Match' algorithm.

Award calculation

Automate complex award calculations for seamless payroll processing.

Employee availability

Staff can update availability via mobile apps, ensuring rosters remain accurate.

Time theft prevention

Digital time clocks and live updates reduce time theft and improve accuracy.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Questions? We have the answers

Absolutely! Your play centre staff can use the RosterElf app to easily update their availability, request shift swaps, and clock in/out of their shifts. This self-service feature empowers employees to manage their schedules while giving managers the tools to approve or decline requests directly from the app.
The RosterElf app sends instant notifications to employees regarding any schedule changes, shift swaps, or important updates. Managers can quickly inform staff of any changes, ensuring that all team members are always aware of their schedules in real time, which helps maintain smooth operations in your play centre.
Yes, play centre managers can approve or decline shift swaps and time-off requests directly through the RosterElf app. This functionality makes it easy for managers to stay on top of staffing changes and ensures that the roster is always up-to-date and accurate.

RosterElf’s rostering software allows you to manage staffing efficiently across multiple play centre locations by offering a centralised platform for scheduling. You can easily create and adjust rosters, track staff availability, and ensure the right employees are assigned to the right locations. The software also provides real-time communication tools and live budget tracking to help you manage labour costs and optimize staffing levels for each location.
Yes, RosterElf is designed to efficiently manage both full-time and part-time employees. The software allows you to create flexible schedules that accommodate various employee types, manage their availability, and ensure compliance with all award requirements. The ‘Perfect Match’ algorithm helps you schedule the right staff for the right shifts, reducing conflicts and optimising your roster for full-time and part-time team members.
Using RosterElf’s innovative scheduling features, your play centre will benefit from reduced scheduling conflicts, improved staff satisfaction, and optimised staffing levels. The software automates many manual scheduling tasks, such as shift assignments and availability management, saving you time and reducing the risk of errors. Moreover, with live budget tracking, you can ensure staffing costs stay within budget, contributing to better financial management.

RosterElf’s software includes award interpretation that ensures compliance with all relevant labour laws and awards for your play centre staff. It calculates penalties, overtime, and allowances accurately, reducing the risk of errors and ensuring that all staff are paid correctly according to their respective award conditions.
Yes, RosterElf’s rostering software includes a live budget tracking tool that helps you manage labour budgets and control wage costs in real-time. You can compare total wage costs against your play centre’s budget as you build the roster and make adjustments to stay within financial limits. The software also features slide-bar technology that allows you to easily modify staffing levels and see the immediate impact on labour costs.
Yes, RosterElf integrates seamlessly with popular payroll systems like Xero and MYOB, allowing you to export digital timesheets directly to your payroll system. This integration minimises manual data entry, reduces errors, and streamlines the entire payroll process for your play centre, saving you time and administrative effort.

Play centre rostering software

Smart schedules, happy staff

Play centre rostering software that works for you

Scheduling made simple

Scheduling made easy