Centre Manager | Youth Education Leader & Mentor

Nayland College; Nelson; On-site; NZD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Nayland College, in the Nelson region, seeks a centre manager for Youth Nelson to provide educational, pastoral and operational leadership for the centre. You will work with Nayland College, Nelson College for Girls, Nelson College, the Ministry of Education, Te Kura, whānau and community agencies to ensure every young person can succeed.

This fixed-term, full-time role starts on 28 January 2027 and ends 28 January 2028, offering a flexible, inclusive environment and opportunities to shape

Qualifications

• Experienced and capable educational leader with a genuine passion for supporting rangatahi.
• Understands personalised learning, flexible pathways and strengths-based approaches to education.
• Can build positive, trusting relationships with young people, whānau, staff and community partners.
• Strong commitment to Te Tiriti o Waitangi and culturally responsive practice.
• Leads and supports a dedicated team while maintaining a safe, inclusive learning environment.
• Has the organisational and management skills to lead day-to-day operations of a busy education centre.
• Believes every young person deserves educational success regardless of background.

Responsibilities

• Provide educational, pastoral and operational leadership for the centre.
• Collaborate with Nayland College, Nelson College for Girls, Nelson College, MoE, Te Kura, whānau and community agencies to support learners.
• Help ensure every young person can succeed and build positive pathways for their future.

Skills

Educational leadership

People management

Culturally responsive practice

Relationship building

Strategic planning

Community partnerships

Job description

Nayland College, in the Nelson region, seeks a centre manager for Youth Nelson to provide educational, pastoral and operational leadership for the centre. You will work with Nayland College, Nelson College for Girls, Nelson College, the Ministry of Education, Te Kura, whānau and community agencies to ensure every young person can succeed.

This fixed-term, full-time role starts on 28 January 2027 and ends 28 January 2028, offering a flexible, inclusive environment and opportunities to shape