Centre Supervisor & Leader, Early Childhood (Community-Based)

Ngā Tamariki Childcare Centre; Wellington; On-site; NZD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Ngā Tamariki Early Childhood Centre in Wellington seeks an inspiring Centre Supervisor / Tumuaki to lead our not-for-profit, community-based centre for 32 tamariki aged 6 months to 5 years.

You will provide strategic and operational leadership, mentor an experienced kaiako team, and foster a positive, inclusive culture while building strong relationships with tamariki, whānau and the wider community. Registration in NZ ECE and a solid leadership background are essential.

Qualifications

• Experience leading an early learning team and working within Te Whāriki framework.
• Strong knowledge of ERO expectations and licensing requirements.
• Proven ability to mentor kaiako and foster collaborative culture.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic and operational leadership across the centre.
• Lead and support high-quality teaching and learning.
• Foster a positive and inclusive team culture.
• Build strong relationships with tamariki, whānau and the wider community.
• Ensure compliance with Ministry of Education and licensing requirements.

Skills

Leadership

Mentoring

Te Whāriki knowledge

Relationship building

Communication

Education

NZ ECE registration

Leadership experience in ECE

Tools

Administrative systems

Job description

Ngā Tamariki Early Childhood Centre in Wellington seeks an inspiring Centre Supervisor / Tumuaki to lead our not-for-profit, community-based centre for 32 tamariki aged 6 months to 5 years.

You will provide strategic and operational leadership, mentor an experienced kaiako team, and foster a positive, inclusive culture while building strong relationships with tamariki, whānau and the wider community. Registration in NZ ECE and a solid leadership background are essential.