ECE Centre Manager (BestStart Flat Bush)
Lead with purpose. Grow a thriving team. Make a lasting impact.
BestStart Flat Bush is on the lookout for an inspiring and experienced Centre Manager to lead our vibrant, stable team and shape the future of early learning for our tamariki.
About the Centre:
At BestStart Flat Bush, we’re proud to serve a diverse and vibrant community where relationships are at the heart of everything we do. We're seeking a confident and experienced leader to guide our team with vision, integrity, and care.
This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with a strong background in curriculum design, team development, and centre operations to make a meaningful impact. If you're a people-first leader who values collaboration, quality outcomes, and building a positive, inclusive team culture, we’d love to hear from you. Step into a role where your leadership truly matters.
What You’ll Bring:
- BEd/Dip Teaching Level 7 (ECE or Primary) and current Teaching Certification
- Expertise in curriculum leadership and child-led learning
- Strong understanding of ECE regulations and Te Whāriki
- Commitment to Te Tiriti o Waitangi in everyday practice
- Proven experience in mentoring, coaching, and building high-performing team
- Sound knowledge of centre financials and operations
- Innovative thinking and a drive to improve systems and outcomes
This is a permanent, full-time position – 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday.
Why join us?
We lead the way in early learning and value the difference our Centre Managers make every day. We’re proud to offer Full Pay Parity, along with a wide range of professional and personal benefits.
Professional Growth:
- Access to Whare Ako, our online learning platform
- Ongoing leadership coaching and development
- Fully funded Teacher Certification
- Tailored leadership programmes
- Independent Centre Manager pathway – with the autonomy and recognition you deserve
Health & Wellbeing:
- Subsidised Southern Cross health insurance*
- Free flu vaccines and EAP counselling
- Wellbeing initiatives and support
- Sick leave from day one
- Additional week of leave after 10 years of service
*Conditions apply
Ready to lead a centre where community, care, and quality come first?
Click Apply Now and experience the BestStart Flat Bush difference – where leadership and learning go hand in hand.
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