Centre Manager - ECE Qualified and Registered Teacher

All About Children Greta Point; Wellington; On-site; NZD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

KPI incentives

Registration & First Aid certification

Job summary

All About Children Greta Point is seeking an experienced, driven centre manager to lead our established Wellington centre. Working with a supportive senior leadership team, you will ensure the centre thrives while maintaining high standards of care and education.

You will oversee day-to-day operations, drive enrolment growth, maintain regulatory compliance, mentor the teaching team and build strong relationships with families and the local community.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Education or Diploma in Teaching (ECE) – Level 7 with current full teacher registration.
• Proven leadership experience in the Early Childhood Education sector.
• Strong understanding of centre operations, administration and compliance requirements.
• Proven ability to build and maintain occupancy/enrolment levels.
• Excellent business acumen and ability to monitor and improve centre performance.
• Ability to build strong relationships with families and engage with the local community.
• Exceptional organisational, communication and time-management skills.
• Experience leading, mentoring and developing high-performing teams.
• Sound knowledge of Te Whariki, Education Council requirements, ERO expectations, MOE regulations, Licensing Criteria (2008) and Code of Professional Responsibility.
• Proactive, solutions-focused and committed to continuous improvement.
• Energy, resilience, innovation and genuine passion for early childhood education.

Responsibilities

• Lead the day-to-day operations of the centre.
• Drive enrolment growth and maintain strong occupancy levels.
• Oversee administration, compliance and centre performance.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with current and prospective families.
• Support, mentor and inspire the teaching team.
• Maintain compliance with all regulatory and licensing requirements.
• Collaborate with senior leadership to achieve organisational goals and centre success.
• Above industry standard salary plus KPI incentives for the right candidate.
• Full payment of Teacher Registration and First Aid certification.

Skills

Leadership

Enrollment growth

Community engagement

Organisational skills

Communication & time management

Education

Bachelor of Education or Diploma in Teaching (ECE) – Level 7

Job description

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About the role

Kids' World Childcare Wellington Ltd is seeking an experienced, driven, and passionate centre manager to lead our established centre, All About Children Greta Point.
Working alongside a supportive and experienced senior leadership team, you will play a key role in ensuring the centre continues to thrive while maintaining exceptional standards of care and education.

We’re looking for someone who:

• Has proven experience in a leadership role within the Early Childhood Education sector
• Holds a Bachelor of Education or Diploma in Teaching (ECE) – Level 7, with current full teacher registration
• Has a strong understanding of centre operations, administration, and compliance requirements
• Demonstrates success in building and maintaining strong occupancy and enrolment levels
• Has excellent business acumen and the ability to monitor and improve centre performance
• Is confident in building meaningful relationships with families and engaging with the local community
• Possesses exceptional organisational, communication, and time-management skills
• Has experience leading, mentoring, and developing high-performing teams
• Has sound knowledge of Te Whariki, Education Council requirements, ERO expectations, MOE regulations, Licensing Criteria (2008), and the Code of Professional Responsibility
• Is proactive, solutions-focused, and committed to continuous improvement
• Brings energy, resilience, innovation, and a genuine passion for early childhood education

Key responsibilities

• Lead the day-to-day operations of the centre
• Drive enrolment growth and maintain strong occupancy levels
• Oversee administration, compliance, and centre performance
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with current and prospective families
• Support, mentor, and inspire the teaching team
• Maintain compliance with all regulatory and licensing requirements
• Work collaboratively with senior leadership to achieve organisational goals and centre success
• Above industry standard salary PLUS KPI Incentives for the right candidate
• Full payment of Teacher Registration and First Aid certification