Centre Manager (ECE) — Te Reo Māori & Teaching Lead

Learning Adventures Maraenui; Hawke's Bay; On-site; NZD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full pay parity

Discounted childcare

Area Manager support

Professional development

Wider Evolve network

Support from Hawke's Bay leaders

Wellbeing & work-life balance

Job summary

Learning Adventures Maraenui Hawke's Bay is seeking an experienced Centre Manager to lead our te ao Māori-inspired early learning centre. This hands-on teaching leadership role involves guiding the team to deliver high-quality, play-based education for tamariki aged 2-6, while championing equity and advocacy for whānau.

You will work alongside the Area Manager and a network of centres to foster a positive culture, build strong community connections, and drive excellent teaching and learning

Qualifications

• ECE qualification and current Full Teaching Registration.
• Centre Manager or senior leadership experience.
• Strong operational and relationship-building skills.
• Commitment to equitable, high-quality education.
• Passion for integrating te reo Māori and te ao Māori into everyday practice.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support a high-performing teaching team.
• Champion quality practice, equity, and advocacy for tamariki and whānau.
• Foster strong community connections and partnerships.
• Drive excellence in teaching and learning across the centre.
• Role-model hands-on teaching leadership.

Skills

Centre management

Leadership

Relationship-building

Equity in education

Te reo Māori integration

Education

ECE qualification

Full Teaching Registration

Job description

Learning Adventures Maraenui Hawke's Bay is seeking an experienced Centre Manager to lead our te ao Māori-inspired early learning centre. This hands-on teaching leadership role involves guiding the team to deliver high-quality, play-based education for tamariki aged 2-6, while championing equity and advocacy for whānau.

You will work alongside the Area Manager and a network of centres to foster a positive culture, build strong community connections, and drive excellent teaching and learning