ECE centre manager

Busy Bees Aoraki; Canterbury; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading childcare provider in the UK is seeking an experienced centre manager to lead their team. This role requires a passion for teaching and mentoring, as well as a commitment to maintaining high-quality childcare services. Candidates must possess a B Ed/Dip Teaching Level 7 (ECE) and demonstrate effective leadership experience. Join us in creating a nurturing environment for children and enrich your professional growth.

Benefits

Full Pay Parity

Free flu vaccinations

Discounted childcare fees

Leadership development course

Employee Assistance Programme

Professional development and mentoring

Qualifications

• An inspirational leader committed to developing and leading a childcare team.
• Familiarity with New Zealand Education Council, ERO, MOE requirements.
• A comprehensive understanding to maintain and grow occupancy levels.

Responsibilities

• Lead and inspire the childcare team to deliver best practices.
• Ensure adherence to quality standards and compliance.
• Coach and mentor team members effectively.

Skills

Leadership

Childcare best practices

Coaching and mentoring

Quality practice standards

Innovative thinking

Education

B Ed/Dip Teaching Level 7 (ECE)

Job description

Overview

We are on the lookout for an experienced and inspiring centre manager to lead our team at Busy Bees Aoraki. If you have a love for leadership, teaching, and creating meaningful connections, this could be your next exciting step.

About us:

At Busy Bees Aoraki, we prioritise creating a positive and nurturing learning environment for our children. We embrace a Reggio Emilia-inspired philosophy, which encourages children to explore their interests, own their learning, and thrive in a supportive and safe environment.

Role Requirements

• An inspirational leader with an innate ability to develop, lead a team to deliver best practice childcare services
• B Ed/Dip Teaching Level 7 (ECE) and current teacher registration/certification
• Demonstrated leadership experience you will love to coach, mentor and inspire!
• Initiative, desire and passion for quality practice standards and commitment to the principles of Te Whāriki
• Familiarity with the New Zealand Education Council, ERO, MOE requirements, Licensing Criteria, 2008 Regulations and Code of Ethics
• A comprehensive understanding of how to maintain and grow occupancy levels
• Innovative, resilient, committed, passionate and enthusiastic!

Why work for us?

• Full Pay Parity!
• Free flu vaccinations
• Discounted childcare fees
• Leadership development course to grow new leaders
• A companywide commitment to employee wellbeing with access to an Employee Assistance Programme
• Time out of ratio to enable you to coach and mentor your team
• You will have the opportunity to be a part of an innovative service and grow professionally with plenty of ongoing professional development and mentoring!

Apply now with your CV and cover letter and be part of our journey to deliver the best possible childcare services to our community.

Please note: Applicants for this position should have NZ residency or a valid NZ work visa.

How to apply

Please send your CV, cover letter and direct enquiries to:

Type: Education & Care Service
Maximum licenced places: 65

Physical address:
3 Stafford Street, Parkside, Timaru