Centre Manager (BestStart Albany)
Start Here. Grow Here.
About Us
At BestStart Albany, we are passionate about nurturing a sense of wonder in every child. We understand that each stage of a child’s development brings change, so we work closely with whānau to maintain familiar routines and support individual aspirations. Our centre is built on strong, trusting relationships with tamariki and their families, creating an environment of open communication and belonging.
About the Role
We are seeking an inspiring Centre Manager to lead the day-to-day operations of our centre while supporting and developing a passionate team. This is a permanent, full-time role (40 hours per week).
In this role, you will:
- Lead, mentor, and inspire a team of kaiako
- Build strong, meaningful relationships with tamariki and whānau
- Champion high-quality teaching and learning
- Support and grow team capability through coaching
- Ensure strong compliance, curriculum delivery, and planning
Why Join BestStart?
We are committed to supporting our leaders to succeed, offering:
- A comprehensive mentoring and induction programme
- Access to Whare Ako, our online learning platform
- Ongoing leadership development and career progression
- Childcare discounts
- Fully funded Teacher Registration
- $2,000 referral bonus for Qualified Teachers*
- Subsidised health insurance
About You
You will bring a genuine passion for early childhood education, along with:
- A Level 7 ECE qualification and current NZ Teaching Certification
- Proven leadership experience (Centre Manager or Head Teacher preferred)
- Strong knowledge of ECE regulations and Te Whāriki
- A commitment to Te Tiriti o Waitangi and inclusive practice
Ready to lead and inspire?
Apply now and help shape the future for our tamariki.
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