Centre Manager: Lead Nature-Driven Early Learning

Argyle Preschool; Waikato; On-site; NZD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Argyle Preschool in the Waikato region seeks an experienced and passionate centre manager to lead our team and support the continued growth and success of the centre.

You will oversee day-to-day operations, support high-quality, child-centred learning, ensure compliance with regulations, and foster an inclusive, reflective teaching culture. You will champion our natural outdoor environment as an integral part of learning.

Qualifications

• Experienced ECE leader with a track record of delivering high-quality early learning.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills with children, families, and staff.
• Ability to lead, develop and support a diverse staff team and reflect on teaching practices.
• Organised and confident with centre administration and regulatory compliance.
• Knowledge of play-based learning and natural environments in early education.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day operations of the centre.
• Support high-quality, child-centred learning and development.
• Ensure compliance with NZ ECE regulations, licensing requirements and policies.
• Foster a positive, inclusive team culture and staff wellbeing.
• Champion the centre's natural outdoor environment as part of learning.

Skills

ECE leadership

Communication

Team leadership

Administration

Child development knowledge

Job description

Argyle Preschool in the Waikato region seeks an experienced and passionate centre manager to lead our team and support the continued growth and success of the centre.

You will oversee day-to-day operations, support high-quality, child-centred learning, ensure compliance with regulations, and foster an inclusive, reflective teaching culture. You will champion our natural outdoor environment as an integral part of learning.