ECE Centre Manager | Busy Bees Mapua

Busy Bees Aotearoa; Māpua; Sur place; NZD 91 000 - 111 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Salary $101,120/yr

Out of ratio allowance

National support network

EAP & wellbeing

Leadership development

Discounted childcare fees

Free flu vaccinations

Résumé du poste

Busy Bees Aotearoa Mapua is seeking an experienced Centre Manager to lead a thriving early childhood centre, fostering meaningful relationships and a love of learning.

You’ll guide a passionate team, ensure high quality care and education, manage enrolments and compliance, and build strong connections with whānau and the wider community in Mapua, New Zealand.

This leadership role offers coaching opportunities, professional growth, and a supportive network within a national childcare group.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Education (Early Childhood) or NZQA-approved equivalent and teacher registration.
• Proven leadership experience in the ECE sector with coaching/mentoring focus.
• Knowledge of Te Whāriki, MOE Regulations, Licensing Criteria and Teaching Council requirements.
• Experience with childcare management software, enrolments, rosters and occupancy targets.
• Commitment to Te Tiriti o Waitangi and weaving Te Reo Māori and tikanga into daily life.

Responsabilités

• Lead centre performance and build a high-performing team.
• Deliver quality care and education with focus on compliance and financial results.
• Mentor kaiako through Professional Growth Cycles and 1:1 discussions.
• Implement centre-specific strategic plans and curricular evaluations.
• Manage occupancy, enrolments, and staff rosters to targets.
• Build deep community connections and uphold the centre's reputation.
• Ensure Te Tiriti Waitangi is foundational to bicultural education.

Connaissances

Leadership

Coaching & mentoring

Strategic planning

Community engagement

Financial acumen

Formation

Bachelor of Education (Early Childhood)

Description du poste

Lead a thriving centre in the beautiful community of Mapua, where meaningful relationships and a love of learning form the foundation of our philosophy. At Busy Bees Mapua, you’ll guide a passionate team of educators committed to delivering a unique nature-based, holistic curriculum that nurtures the wellbeing and development of every child.

Supported by a culture of collaboration, growth, and genuine connection with whānau, you’ll have the opportunity to inspire your team, make a lasting impact, and shape the future of our centre while enjoying the lifestyle and charm that Mapua has to offer.

Why Us? | Hei ahamātou?

• 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.

The Opportunity |Te Āheinga

• 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.

About You |Mōu

• 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 wouldloveto connect with you.

Applicants must have the right to work in New Zealand

Why Work for Busy Bees?
If you’re passionate about early learning, Busy Bees is the place to be. Although we are part of a global organisation, our company was founded by three families looking for better, more enriching childcare. Three decades later, we still keep the same values at heart.

We know that we couldn’t do what we do without the important people in our teams. We invest in our people and work with them to build career pathways that inspire.