Head ECE Kaiako

Ngā Tamariki Puāwai o Tāmaki | Auckland Kindergarten Association (AKA) operates 112 kindergartens and KiNZ centres across Tāmaki Makaurau, delivering high-quality, inclusive early childhood education grounded in Te Whāriki. We foster confident, capable learners through play-based and culturally responsive practice.

Mt Roskill Kindergarten sits on Akarana Avenue overlooking Harold Long Reserve and Fearon Park. Our warm, multicultural setting supports strong connections and a sense of belonging. Tamariki enjoy an expansive outdoor environment with large playground areas and raised gardens to grow kai, offering hands‑on learning that builds curiosity, confidence, and a love of nature.

We are seeking a skilled and inspiring Head Kaiako to guide our kindergarten with purpose. You will lead a collaborative teaching team, nurture strong relationships with whānau and community, and ensure high‑quality learning outcomes through robust planning, assessment, and internal evaluation. Day‑to‑day, you will support smooth operations and uphold AKA expectations and compliance.

You will be a fully registered and certificated ECE kaiako with a current first aid certificate and at least five years’ experience. You bring demonstrated pedagogical and team leadership, confidence with mentoring and coaching, and experience guiding internal evaluation. You will value Te Tiriti o Waitangi, celebrate cultural diversity, and build strong relationships. Strengths in communication, ICT, sustainability, and inclusive practice are essential.

At AKA, you will join a supportive and progressive organisation offering a competitive salary, generous non‑contact time, and strong professional development opportunities. This is a meaningful chance to lead within a vibrant, diverse community and positively influence the learning journeys of tamariki.

This position is covered by the Kindergarten Teachers, Head Teachers, and Senior Teachers’ Collective Agreement 2023–2026. Applicants must have the legal right to work in Aotearoa New Zealand.

How to apply

Please apply directly through the listed vacancy link :

Type : Free Kindergarten

Maximum licenced places : 40

Physical address :

19 Akarana Avenue, Mount Roskill, Auckland

Postal Address :

Wellesley Street, Auckland 1141

Get new listings like these in your email

Suggested as they share a similar subject, location or sector. Learn more

#J-18808-Ljbffr