Centre manager

We have an exciting leadership opportunity to join our well established centre, where you can use your skills and experience to lead a passionate team and support the continued success and growth of the centre. We are seeking a capable and values driven leader with strong operational skills and an understanding of financials and occupancy management. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys balancing people leadership with practical centre operations and who is committed to high quality early childhood education. About the Role – Kōrero mō te Tūranga As Centre Manager, you will be responsible for the overall leadership and day-to-day operations of the centre. You will ensure a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment for tamariki, while meeting all regulatory and organisational requirements. Key responsibilities include: * Providing strong, visible leadership to the centre team * Overseeing centre administration, enrolments, and occupancy * Managing staffing, rosters, performance, and professional development * Ensuring compliance with current ECE regulations, ERO expectations, and Licensing Criteria * Leading and supporting high-quality teaching practice in line with Te Whāriki * Building positive relationships with whānau, staff, and the wider community * Maintaining a safe, inclusive, and well-presented learning environment This is a full-time role, 40 hours per week, working on a roster between 7.00am and 5.30pm, Monday to Friday. The role is counted in ratio and includes allocated weekly non-contact administration time. This centre also has a dedicated Centre Administrator that will work alongside you to assist with Administration matters. Our Organisation – Mō Mātou Educare Bream Bay in the Ruakākā town centre is a coastal centre with one whare split in two for Nga Pepe (under two-year-old pepe) and Nga Kiwi (over two-year-old tamariki). From the minute you arrive at Educare Bream Bay, you feel a sense of belonging. Kaiako and tamariki embrace a culture of manaaki; where you will be shown aroha as we learn and respect each other's ways of knowing, being and doing. We believe in embracing the local whakapapa as our guiding curriculum; we are kaitiaki of Manaia- Te Maunga, Terenga Paraoa- te Moana, te whenua me te iwi and this is evident through our involvement with the community, our te Tiriti based practice, our love for Te Reo Maori and our amazingly creative natural environment. Educare is an equal opportunities employer. We value and celebrate diversity within our Educare whānau and believe in recognising success. We proudly live by our motto: Learn, Laugh, Play. About You – Mōu We are looking for an experienced and passionate ECE Leader who enjoys building relationships, leading teams and maintaining high standards across all areas of the centre. You will bring: * A teaching qualification and current NZ Teacher Registration * Proven experience in an ECE leadership or management role * Strong knowledge of ECE regulations, compliance, and best practice * A sound understanding of Te Whāriki and Te Tiriti o Waitangi * Excellent communication, organisational, and people leadership skills * The ability to network within the community to promote the centre and grow enrolments * A calm, professional, and solution-focused approach * A genuine commitment to child wellbeing, inclusion, and quality education * Cultural understanding and sensitivity What We Offer - Ngā painga ka tukuna e mātou * A supportive organisation that values leadership and wellbeing * Ongoing professional development and leadership support * Full Pay Parity * A collaborative, respectful team environment * The opportunity to make a meaningful impact in your community Join Us – Tūhono Mai If you’ve come this far and feel this role aligns with your skills and values, we’d love to hear from you. Please click Apply Now and submit your CV and a cover letter outlining how you meet the key responsibilities of the role and why you feel like it is a good fit for you. For further information, please contact Charlotta.S@educare.co.nz