Centre Manager (BestStart Mt Eden)
About the Role:
We are seeking a passionate and experienced Centre Manager to lead our small, close-knit early childhood centre. In this pivotal role, you will be responsible for the day-to-day operations, ensuring a nurturing, high-quality learning environment for tamariki, while fostering strong relationships with whānau, staff, and the wider community. You’ll lead a dedicated teaching team, support professional growth, and ensure compliance with ECE regulations and curriculum standards. This is a fantastic opportunity for a hands-on leader who thrives in a collaborative, community-focused setting.
At BestStart Mt Eden, the potential is enormous. Our unique setting offers scope to develop sustainable practices, including expansive market gardens within our beautiful, meadow-like outdoor space. With Eden Park right across the road, our centre also enjoys a strong connection to the local community, offering endless opportunities for fun and learning adventures for both children and teachers.
This role is perfect for someone who is dedicated to building strong teams, leading with heart, and creating a thriving environment where tamariki and kaiako flourish. If you’re a visionary leader ready to make a genuine impact in early childhood education, this is your chance to step into a truly rewarding journey with us.
This is a permanent, full-time position (40 hours per week, Monday–Friday).
What we’re looking for
We’re seeking someone who is dedicated to excellence in early learning and committed to making a difference in the lives of young learners. To succeed in this role, you will bring:
- A BEd/Dip Teaching Level 7 (ECE or Primary) and a current Teacher Certification
- Strong knowledge of child-led curriculum, pedagogy, and curriculum planning
- A solid understanding of current ECE regulations, with high regard for compliance
- A strong commitment to Te Tiriti o Waitangi, reflected in your pedagogical practice
- Proven coaching and leadership skills, with the ability to unlock the potential of others
- An innovative mindset – you enjoy finding smarter, simpler ways of doing things
Why choose BestStart?
At BestStart, we are proud to be a progressive and adaptable leader in the ECE sector, where teachers and leaders are recognised for the positive impact they make in children’s lives.
We’re also proud to have opted into FULL pay parity!
Other benefits include:
- Ongoing professional learning through Whare Ako, our online learning platform
- Coaching and mentoring tailored to your leadership journey
- Career development support – we’ll back you to take your career to the next level
- Fully funded Teacher Certification
- Access to our Leadership Programme for current and aspiring leaders
Prove yourself in the Centre Manager role and you may also be invited to join our Independent Centre Manager Programme – giving you autonomy to run your centre your way. When great outcomes are delivered, you’ll be rewarded!
Your health and wellbeing are our priority. We offer:
- Subsidised health insurance with Southern Cross*
- Free annual flu vaccinations
- Confidential counselling through EAP
- A wellbeing programme to support your hauora
- Sick leave available from day one
- An additional week of leave for 10 years’ long service recognition
How to apply
Click Apply Now or contact our Talent Specialist, Chelsea, on 027 1800 3851 for a confidential chat. Join a team that embraces growth, collaboration, and the joy of teaching.
We can’t wait to welcome you to BestStart Mt Eden!
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