Kaiwhakaako | head teacher - Hinemoa

Central Kids Kindergartens - Hinemoa; Bay of Plenty; On-site; NZD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading early childhood education provider in Bay of Plenty is seeking a passionate head teacher to join their team. The role focuses on advocating for tamariki, fostering strong relationships with whānau, and creating an inclusive environment that respects diversity. Qualified candidates must have a level 7 teaching qualification and be entitled to work in New Zealand. Join us in making a difference in the lives of tamariki and supporting their full potential.

Qualifications

• Must be entitled to work in Aotearoa, New Zealand.
• Hold a current practising certificate.
• Have a valid first aid certification - level 1 or higher.

Responsibilities

• Advocate for tamariki and support their growth.
• Build strong partnerships with whānau.
• Create an inclusive environment that respects diversity.

Skills

Advocacy for tamariki

Understanding of Te Tiriti o Waitangi partnerships

Commitment to Te Reo Māori and Tikanga

Health and safety awareness

Child protection awareness

Supporting social and emotional growth

Community relationship building

Growth mindset

Education

Level 7 Teaching qualification specialising in ECE

Job description

Central Kids Kindergartens - Hinemoa Bay of Plenty

Kaiwhakaako | head teacher - Hinemoa

Full time, Permanent

We are looking for a determined and ambitious leader to join our teams in supporting tamariki and whānau to achieve their full potential.

Ko wai tatou? | Who are we?

Ko ngā tamariki te pūtake| children are central to all that we do.

Me tiaki, me manaaki i te taiao| Protect and enhance the environment.

Manaakitanga| Encourage mana in others through care, generosity, and goodwill.

At Central Kids all tamariki are respected and included for who they are. We celebrate diversity so that all whānau feel welcome and supported. We are committed to upholding Te Tiriti o Waitangi partnerships, which we bring to life through our cultural strategy and determination to see Te Reo Māori me ona Tikanga thrive. Our kaiako are respected and supported through ongoing professional development opportunities, to ensure we are always learning and improving our delivery of Te Whāriki.

Central Kids is a party to the Kindergarten Teachers', Head Teachers', and Senior Teachers' Collective Agreement (KTCA)

We are looking for someone who:

• actively advocates for tamariki
• understands Te Tiriti o Waitangi based partnerships with tamariki and whānau
• demonstrates a commitment to Te Reo Māori me ona Tikanga
• embraces a culture of strong health, safety, aroha, mana, tiaki, and manaaki
• an awareness of the culture of child protection
• dedicated to supporting the social and emotional growth of tamariki
• create and maintain strong relationships with the wider community and outside agencies
• demonstrates a growth mindset

Requirements for this role:

• entitled to work in Aotearoa, New Zealand
• level 7 Teaching qualification speacialising in ECE
• hold a current practising certificate
• hold a valid first aid certification - level 1 or higher

You can view the Position Description here:

Type: Free Kindergarten
Maximum licenced places: 40

Physical address:
61 Hinemoa Avenue, Taupo