Centre Manager

3 weeks ago

Auckland, New Zealand Evolve Education Careers Full time

Leadership opportunity in a centre licensed for 80.
More than Full Pay parity
Discounted childcare for your Tamariki.
Be well supported by your Area Manager.
Impactful leadership opportunity.
Located in the heart of Glendowie.
At Little Wonders Glendowie, we’re all about nurturing young minds with aroha (love), respect, and independence—values that help children flourish socially, emotionally, and academically.
Guided by Te Whāriki, our vibrant centre celebrates each child’s unique journey in a safe, inclusive environment, complete with purpose-built indoor and outdoor spaces, a lush veggie garden, and all-weather play areas.
We fuel little tummies with nutritious meals, offer flexible hours for busy families, and tailor age-specific activities—from sensory play for babies to creative adventures and school-readiness for preschoolers—ensuring every child grows with confidence, curiosity, and joy
Little Wonders Glendowie invites you to join our team - as our new leader, you’ll role model behaviour, ensuring that Evolves values are upheld daily:
Kotahitanga – we are stronger together.
Manaakitanga – we make everyone feel welcome.
Mahia te mahi – we thrive on progress.
Kia manawanui – we see a world of possibilities.
As the face of our Centre, you'll be accessible and visible, and your open and positive communication will shape relationships with whanau and kaiako - positively impacting our reputation in the local community.
Working closely with your Area Manager, you will build a culture of positivity and success in the Centre, strengthening team engagement and retention.
Your support will enable your team to work collaboratively, achieving both educational and operational objectives.
Your judgement and leadershipwill motivate and inspire your people to deliver exceptional early childcare education (ECE) services to tamariki and their whanau.
We know that delivering great outcomes for children and families starts with having the right people.
And nowhere is this more important, than in our leaders.
Here you’ll provide effective hands-on leadership that encourages, supports, and enables all team members to achieve their objectives and goals.
You’ll lead with a strong commitment to equity, ensuring fair and inclusive practices.
You will make an impact with occupancy, compliance, and engagement across your team.
Our offer to you:
A wonderful new team to work with.
A well-resourced centre to cater to your imagination and teaching.
Competitive salary and a well-balanced lifestyle.
Professional Development.
An opportunity to join the Evolve network of ECE professionals.
What we’re looking for in you:
You are ECE Qualified and hold Full Teaching Registration.
You have demonstrated experience in a Centre Manager role and understand what it takes to run a successful ECE Centre.
You have good business acumen and the ability to manage sustainably and profitably for optimum results.
You take a holistic approach to management – you know that people are at the heart of everything and you’re an exceptional communicator and relationship builder.
You thrive on challenge, learning and opportunity, and you’re excited to bring your expertise to the team.
If you're a passionate, experienced leader ready to make a difference, seize this opportunity to immerse yourself in a fresh chapter of your professional journey.
To find out more – please apply today
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