ECE Centre Manager | Busy Bees Gladstone Road

Busybees; Auckland; On-site; NZD 91,008 - 111,232; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

EAP

Leadership development & mentoring

Discounted childcare fees

Free annual flu vaccinations

Job summary

Busy Bees Gladstone Road is seeking an experienced Centre Manager to lead a high-performing team. With the backing of a global early learning provider, you will coach staff, drive excellent outcomes for tamariki and whānau, and partner with your Regional Manager to balance care quality with financial performance.

You will manage occupancy, enrolments, rosters, and compliance with Te Whāriki, MOE Regulations, Licensing Criteria and Teaching Council requirements, while embedding Te Tiriti o

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Education (Early Childhood) or NZQA approved qualification and current teacher registration.
• Experience in a leadership role within the ECE sector with a passion for coaching and mentoring staff.
• Deep knowledge of Te Whāriki, MOE Regulations, Licensing Criteria and Teaching Council requirements.
• Experience with enrolments, rosters and occupancy targets.
• Commitment to Te Tiriti o Waitangi and embedding Te Reo Māori and tikanga daily.

Responsibilities

• Lead centre performance and build a high-performing team.
• Deliver quality care and education with compliance and financial results in mind.
• Implement centre-specific strategic plans and robust internal curriculum evaluations.
• Manage occupancy, enrolments, and staff rosters to meet targets.
• Build deep community connections as the visible face of the centre.

Skills

Leadership

Coaching & mentoring

People management

Community relationship building

Financial accountability

Education

Bachelor of Education (Early Childhood) or NZQA approved qualification

Teacher registration

Tools

Childcare management software

Job description

The Opportunity | Te Āheinga

Join Busy Bees Gladstone Road as our Centre Manager and enjoy the best of both worlds—the backing of a leading global early learning provider and the close-knit culture of a centre. With support from your Regional Manager, you'll have the freedom to lead with confidence, build a high-performing team, and create exceptional outcomes for tamariki, whānau, and kaiako.

Salary of$101,120 per annum.

Generous out of ratio allowance to focus on coaching and inspiring the team.

Backingfrom a national support network with a supportive local feel.

Access toEAP, a culture of open communication, and a focus on wellbeing.

Ongoing professional growth through leadership development courses and mentoring.

Discounted childcare fees and free annual flu vaccinations.

Leadthecentreperformancewhilebuildingofa high-performing team.

Deliver quality care and education with a focus on compliance and financial results.

Mentorkaiakothrough Professional Growth Cycles and 1:1 developmentaldiscussion.

Implementcentre-specific strategic plans and robust internal curriculum evaluations.

Manage occupancy, enrolments, and staff rosters to meet agreed targets.

Build deep community connections as the visible face and reputation of thecentre.

EnsureTeTiritio Waitangi is the foundation of a bicultural approach to education.

Hold aBachelor of Education (Early Childhood) or an equivalent NZQA approved qualification and current teacher registration.

Bring proven experience in a leadership role within the ECE sector with a passion for coaching and mentoring staff.

Possess in-depth knowledge ofTeWhāriki, MOE Regulations, Licensing Criteria, and Teaching Council requirements.

Experienceworking with childcare management software and an understanding of enrolments, rosters, and occupancy targets.

Committedto the principles ofTeTiritio WaitangiandensuresTeReo Māori and tikanga are woven into daily life.

Ifyou'rean experienced Centre Managerwho ispassionate about fostering strong relationships, building community, and creating a genuine sense of belonging,we'dloveto connect with you.