Centre Manager (BestStart Vardon)
About us:
At BestStart Vardon, we focus on creating a nurturing and supportive learning environment that feels like a home away from home. Our strong relationships with the community and families ensure that every child feels connected and supported throughout their learning journey. We build robust ties with our community by connecting with local businesses, children enjoy regular trips to the library and Vardon Primary School, expanding their experiences and broadening their horizons. Celebrating diverse cultural events, we provide a variety of experiences to enrich children's understanding of the world around them.
Our dedicated team prides itself on creating a warm, loving environment for children and their families, where feedback and partnership are highly valued. We are passionate about working together to achieve the best outcomes for our tamariki. If you feel like our values align with your own and you are passionate about leading to make a difference, then we want to hear from you!
Why choose us?
Here at BestStart we are committed to being a progressive and adaptable leader in the ECE sector where our Teachers are recognised for the positive difference they make in children’s lives. We are pleased to announce that BestStart has opted into FULL pay parity.
Other benefits include:
- Learning through Whare Ako our online learning platform
- Supportive Coaching and Mentoring for your role
- Want to learn something new? We will support you in taking your career to the next level
- Fully funded Teacher Certification
- Leadership programme for current and future leaders
Prove yourself in the Centre Manager role and you may have the opportunity to be a part of our Independent Centre Manager programme. This is where you get autonomy to run your centre, in your own way and if the centre delivers great outcomes, then 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
- Wellbeing programme.
- Sick days available from the day you start
- One week additional leave for 10 years long service recognition
About the Role:
As a high-impact leader, reporting to an Area Manager, you will be passionate about delivering amazing learning outcomes for our children and you'll take pride in the smooth day-to-day operation of the centre! Being a great communicator and building fantastic relationships will be in your DNA.
This is a permanent position working 40 hours per week Monday-Friday.
Role requirements:
Commit to making a difference in the lives of young learners with a team dedicated to excellence.
We are looking for the following:
- BEd/Dip Teaching Level 7 (ECE or Primary) and current Teacher Certification
- Strong understanding of child-led curriculum, pedagogy and curriculum
- Demonstrate good knowledge of the current ECE Regulations, Te Whariki and hold compliance in a high regard
- A strong commitment to Te Tiriti o Waitangi through pedagogical practices
- You’ll be known for being a great coach, who can unlock the potential of others
- You are an innovator, both in input and output – being part of simplifying the way we do things excites you!
How to apply: Click Apply now or reach out to our Senior Talent Acquisition Specialist, Debbie on 02718003919 for a confidential chat and be part of a team that embraces growth, collaboration, and the joy of teaching.
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