Centre Manager

2 days ago

Auckland, New Zealand Evolve Education Group Full time
  • Leadership opportunity in a centre licensed for 60.
  • Full Pay parity
  • Paid Registration and first aid.
  • Discounted childcare for your Tamariki.
  • Be well supported by your Area Manager.
  • Impactful leadership opportunity.
  • Beautiful rural setting and purpose-built Centre

Step into the vibrant world of Evolve Education, where every day is an adventure in nurturing young minds and fostering a sense of wonder. Nestled amongst farmland, and overlooking the Kaipara River, Active Explorers Helensville is a brand-new purpose-designed early childhood centre. We have an opportunity for an experienced Centre Manager to take the helm

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.

We are licensed for up to 60 infants, toddlers, and preschoolers - and our centre features three separate rooms for each age and stage – with large, dynamic outdoor play spaces and the latest educational resources.

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 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 underpinned by mentoring and support.
  • An opportunity to join the Evolve network of ECE professionals.
  • A half-day of birthday leave.

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're comfortable working to targets and leveraging relationships to grow occupancy.
  • 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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