Kaiwhakaako - Pūtauaki

Join to apply for the Kaiwhakaako - Pūtauaki role at Central Kids

Central Kids Pūtauaki

Kaiwhakaako | Permanent | Full-time

We are looking for a progressive, empowering and enthusiastic leader to join our teams in supporting tamariki and whānau to achieve their full potential.

Ko wai tatou? | Who are we?

Ko ngā tamariki te pūtake | children are central to all that we do.

Me tiaki, me manaaki i te taiao | Protect and enhance the environment.

Manaakitanga | Encourage mana in others through care, generosity, and goodwill.

Kotahitanga | Connectedness in collaboration

Te arataki ā-tikanga rua | Bicultural leadership

At Central Kids all tamariki are respected and included for who they are. We celebrate diversity so that all whānau feel welcome and supported. We are committed to upholding Te Tiriti o Waitangi partnerships, which we bring to life through our cultural strategy and determination to see Te Reo Māori me ona Tikanga thrive. Our kaiako are respected and supported through ongoing professional development opportunities, to ensure we are always learning and improving our delivery of Te Whāriki.

Ko wai koe? | Who are you?

We Are Looking For Someone Who

• is a strong confident leader
• is passionate about excellent educational outcomes for tamariki
• understands Te Tiriti o Waitangi based partnerships with tamariki and whānau
• demonstrates a commitment to Te Reo Māori me ona Tikanga
• embraces a culture of strong health, safety, aroha, mana, tiaki, and manaaki
• has an awareness of the culture of child protection
• is experienced and passionate about creating and maintaining strong relationships with whānau and the wider community.
• demonstrates a growth mindset
• Excellent organisational and planning skills
• proven experience in leading and managing teams for high performance
• is meticulous and passionate about developing and progressing high quality curriculum

Requirements For This Role

Closing date : Thursday, 9 October 2025

#J-18808-Ljbffr