Centre Manager: Lead Nature-Based Learning & Growth

Country Gate Early Learning; Waikato; On-site; NZD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Country Gate Early Learning is seeking a dynamic leader to guide our unique, nature-based early learning centre in Matangi, Waikato. You will inspire a high-performing team and foster strong relationships with families and the local community.

You will drive centre growth, ensure smooth operations and uphold our warm, welcoming environment that supports outdoor learning through the Out the Gate programme. If you are passionate about nature-based education, join our supportive Country Gate team.

Qualifications

• Experience in nature-based, outdoor or bush kindergarten education would be desirable.

Responsibilities

• leading people – building a positive, high-performing team where people feel valued and inspired
• nature-based learning – growing our outdoor learning and Out the Gate programme
• families and community – creating an exceptional experience for families and building strong community connections
• centre growth – building Country Gate's reputation and supporting strong, sustainable enrolment growth
• operations – ensuring the centre is well organised, compliant and running smoothly
• continuous improvement – challenging the status quo and continually looking for ways to make Country Gate even better.

Skills

Leadership

Nature-based learning

Community engagement

Centre growth

Operations management

Continuous improvement

Job description

Country Gate Early Learning is seeking a dynamic leader to guide our unique, nature-based early learning centre in Matangi, Waikato. You will inspire a high-performing team and foster strong relationships with families and the local community.

You will drive centre growth, ensure smooth operations and uphold our warm, welcoming environment that supports outdoor learning through the Out the Gate programme. If you are passionate about nature-based education, join our supportive Country Gate team.