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Centre manager

Centre manager

Twizel Early Learning Centre Inc • Canterbury, New Zealand
15 days ago
Job description

Twizel Early Learning Centre Inc Canterbury

Full time, Permanent

We are a well-established community based early childhood education centre, offering high quality education and care in a safe and stimulating, play-based environment catering for up to 39 tamariki aged from 3 months to 6 years of age.

As centre manager, you’ll step into a leadership role that’s as rewarding as it is challenging. You'll have the opportunity to shape the culture of the centre, build strong partnerships, and uplift your team with purpose and passion.

In this role, you will :

  • Inspire and lead a committed team of educators
  • Build strong, respectful relationships with tamariki, whānau, and kaiako
  • Champion high-quality teaching and learning practices
  • Coach and develop your team to achieve their full potential
  • Ensure compliance, curriculum, and planning are delivered with excellence
  • Lead with purpose, heart, and clarity every day.

Why join Twizel Early Learning Centre :

  • A welcoming, collaborative team culture
  • Competitive remuneration – first 1-6 steps of pay parity for qualified and registered kaiako
  • Learning and development opportunities, support and mentoring to gain full registration, paid teacher re-certification fees (if applicable)
  • A fun and enjoyable work environment with a fantastic team and great adult : child ratios
  • Opportunity to live and work in the stunning Mackenzie District with its huge array of outdoor activities, beautiful scenery, and friendly community vibe.
  • To be successful, you’ll have :

  • A Level 7 ECE qualification and a current NZ teaching certification
  • Proven experience in leadership, ideally as a centre manager or head teacher
  • Sound knowledge of ECE regulations and Te Whāriki
  • A strong commitment to Te Tiriti o Waitangi and inclusive practice
  • A growth mindset, coaching skills, and a passion for quality.
  • Please include a copy of your current CV and a cover letter.

    Please note : Applicants for this position should have NZ residency or a valid NZ work visa.

    All applicants will be subject to full safety checking and required to complete a NZ police check.

    How to apply

    Please send your CV, cover letter and direct enquiries to :

    Type : Education & Care Service

    Maximum licenced places : 39

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