Pre-school Centre Manager

2 weeks ago


Auckland, Auckland, New Zealand Leigh Community Preschool Full time

Teaching - Early Childhood (Education & Training) Join the Leigh Community Preschool as a Centre Manager and enjoy a role with leadership responsibilities and variety.

About the opportunity Leigh Community Preschool is looking for an experienced and enthusiastic Centre Manager for our small community preschool based in the beautiful seaside village of Leigh.

We are a play-based, nature-inspired preschool that fosters respect for each unique child through fun, creativity, and reflection.

In this unique role, you will be responsible for leading the preschool staff, managing the day-to-day operations, and driving the strategic direction of the centre.

You will work collaboratively with the teaching team, the families, and the committee to provide high-quality early childhood education for our tamariki.

About you An enthusiastic team-player who takes initiative and is highly motivated and fun-loving will fit well into our little preschool.

You will show a strong focus on inclusion, recognising and valuing the rich diversity of our tamariki, whānau and local community.

Additionally, you will be willing to build an intrinsic understanding of the preschool's learning and teaching philosophy and pedagogy.

Key skills and experience:

Experience in managing a team (preferably in an early childhood education setting)Understanding of managing the day-to-day operations of a small business An Aotearoa NZ recognised qualification in early childhood education Current registration with The Teaching Council of Aotearoa New Zealand An in-depth understanding of the current legislation and regulations that guide early learning education and services.

A commitment to leading bicultural practice and working with a diverse range of tamariki.
We are passionate about actively supporting staff to continually grow, both personally and professionally.

The Centre Manager's role has a range of staff benefits including paid Teacher Registration (after 6 months), paid First Aid Training (after 6 months), a birthday voucher, paid professional development and learning, a mentoring programme, and EAP services through Mo E.

Since we are closed during the Mo E school holidays you will get time to recharge during the holidays. This is a permanent full-time position based in the small seaside village of Leigh (North Auckland).

Please note that applicants must have the permanent legal right to live and work in New Zealand to be considered for this position.

To learn more about our preschool please visit our website To apply please email a cover letter outlining your motivations for the role and your up-to-date CV to Your application will include the following questions: Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in New Zealand? How much notice are you required to give your current employer? Report this job advert Don't provide your bank or credit card details when applying for jobs.


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