ECE centre manager

7 days ago

Hamilton, Waikato, New Zealand Future Kids Preschool Te Rapa Full time

At Future Kids, we're not your average preschool We're a fun, innovative, and sustainability-driven team that's dedicated to creating magical moments for children every day. Our preschool is where imaginations, creativity, and sustainability go hand in hand to inspire young minds, and we're looking for an enthusiastic and visionary Centre Manager to lead our team into the future.

What we offer:

  • Wrap-Around Support: Benefit from comprehensive support from the management team, ensuring you have everything you need to thrive in your role.
  • Amazing Team: Work alongside a group of experienced, fun-loving kaiako who support each other every step of the way.
  • Work-Life Balance: Enjoy flexibility and support to help you thrive both at work and in your personal life.
  • Great Perks: Full pay parity, childcare discount, paid birthday off, first aid, flu vaccination, teacher registration, professional development, and flexible hours.

Responsibilities:

  • Lead with Heart: Oversee the daily operation of our vibrant preschool, ensuring it's a safe, stimulating, and fun space where children flourish.
  • Sustainability Superstar: Lead our green initiatives and inspire both kaiako and tamariki to think sustainably, incorporating eco-friendly practices into everything we do.
  • Empower Your Team: Lead, support, and mentor an incredible team of kaiako, encouraging growth, innovation, and collaboration.
  • Innovate & Inspire: Bring fresh, creative ideas to our educational programs, helping children discover the world around them through play, exploration, and imagination.
  • Manage the Magic: Handle the operational side of things—budgets, resources, staffing—so everything runs smoothly and effortlessly.
  • Community Connection: Build strong, open relationships with families and the wider community, ensuring everyone feels supported and engaged in the learning journey.

If you're ready to take on this exciting and rewarding role, we'd love to hear from you Please send your resume and a cover letter to

How to apply

Please send your CV, and direct enquiries to:

Type: Education & Care Service
Maximum licensed places: 120

Physical address:
75 Church Road, Te Rapa, Hamilton

Postal Address:
Te Rapa, Hamilton 3241

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