Centre Manager ECE

at Randstad
Published March 17, 2024
Location Auckland, New Zealand
Category Education and Training  
Job Type Full-time  
Qualification
Recognised qualification in Early Childhood Education
Skills
Strong knowledge of New Zealand's early childhood education regulations and curriculum
Experience
3-5 years + of experience in a leadership role

Description

Our client is a purpose built early childhood education centre located in the beautiful suburb of Beachlands, Auckland. The centre is licensed to accommodate up to 86 children aged 0-6 years and is dedicated to providing a safe, nurturing, and enriching environment for children to learn and grow.

They are currently seeking a passionate and experienced Centre Manager to lead the team and help shape the future of early childhood education in our community.

As a Centre Manager, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring the smooth operation of the centre. You will be responsible for overseeing the daily activities, staff management, curriculum development, and maintaining a high standard of care for our children. Our client is committed to fostering a positive and inclusive work environment and offer extended pay parity pay rates to their dedicated team members.

Key Responsibilities:

Leadership: Provide strong leadership to our team of educators, creating a collaborative and supportive work culture.
Curriculum Development: Work with educators to develop and implement a curriculum that aligns with New Zealand's Early Childhood Education Curriculum, Te Whāriki.
Staff Management: Recruit, train, and supervise teaching staff, ensuring compliance with regulations and standards.
Parent and Community Engagement: Build and maintain positive relationships with parents, caregivers, and the local community.
Compliance: Ensure the centre operates in compliance with all relevant licensing and regulatory requirements.
Qualifications and Experience:

A recognised qualification in Early Childhood Education (preferred) or a recognised qualification in Primary.
Ideally 3-5 years + of experience in a leadership role within an early childhood education setting.
Strong knowledge of New Zealand's early childhood education regulations and curriculum.

At Randstad, we are passionate about providing equal employment opportunities and embracing diversity to the benefit of all. We actively encourage applications from any background.