Company : Bricks 4 Kidz (New Zealand)
Location : Auckland
Employment Type : Full-time
Hourly Rate : $105 NZD
About Us
Bricks 4 Kidz is an international education provider delivering engaging, curriculum-based STEM and creative learning programmes for early childhood and primary school children. Through LEGO®-based engineering activities, robotics, coding and hands-on learning experiences, we inspire children to learn, create and explore.
We are now seeking a highly experienced Learning Center Manager to lead the full operations, educational quality, and growth of our learning center.
Key Responsibilities
Center Operations & Leadership
- Oversee daily operations of the learning center, ensuring a safe, engaging and high-quality learning environment.
- Lead a team of educators, instructors, casual staff and programme assistants.
- Manage staff recruitment, induction, scheduling, performance and professional development.
Educational Programme Management
Ensure all programmes (ECE-level STEAM, robotics, after-school classes, holiday programmes) meet educational standards and Bricks 4 Kidz global curriculum guidelines.Support lesson planning, educational resource preparation and programme improvement.Maintain alignment with early childhood education (ECE) standards and child-protection requirements.Enrolment, Parent Engagement & Customer Experience
Manage enrolments, class capacity, timetabling and customer enquiries.Communicate with parents regarding learning progress, centre events and concerns.Ensure a positive and professional customer experience.Compliance, Safety & Quality Assurance
Maintain health & safety, child protection and ECE-related compliance standards.Ensure high-quality delivery across all classes, workshops and school partnerships.Conduct regular quality reviews and implement continuous improvement measures.Financial & Administrative Management
Manage centre budget, revenue targets, expense control and purchasing.Oversee reporting, centre documentation, scheduling systems and CRM updates.Coordinate centre marketing activities in collaboration with senior management.External Partnerships & Business Development
Build and maintain partnerships with schools, community groups and education providers.Support the development of new learning programmes and expansion opportunities.Skills & Qualifications
Required :
Bachelor’s degree in Education, Early Childhood Education, Educational Leadership, Psychology, or another relevant field.Minimum 5 years of experience in managing ECE centres, learning centres or child-focused educational programmes.Strong leadership and operational management experience.Excellent communication skills and ability to engage with parents, staff and community partners.Preferred :
Experience in STEAM / LEGO® education / robotics / after-school learning environments.Knowledge of ECE-focused education standards and child protection policies.Experience developing or improving education programmes.What We Offer
Competitive hourly rate of $105 NZDLeadership role with autonomy and impactOpportunity to shape a dynamic, high-quality learning environmentInternational training and professional development opportunitiesSupportive and creative team cultureApplicants for this position should have NZ residence or a valid NZ work visa. Please tell us your visa status when applying for this role.