Centre Manager (Certificated) Birkenhead

• More than Full Pay Parity
• Discounted childcare for your tamariki
• Strong support from an experienced Area Manager
• A leadership role where your impact truly matters

At Lollipops Birkenhead, play, imagination, and discovery are at the heart of everything we do. Guided by Te Whāriki, we create rich, meaningful learning experiences that celebrate each child’s interests and the diverse cultures within our centre whānau. Our purpose‑built spaces — including age‑specific outdoor areas with sandpits, tunnels, moveable equipment, and all‑weather play zones — give tamariki room to explore, climb, ride, and grow. Life here is vibrant: from adventures to Eskdale Reserve and visits to Verran Primary, to favourite events like Bike Day. With age‑appropriate resources, supportive routines, and our special Koru Club preparing older children for school, every day is an opportunity for curiosity, confidence, and joy to flourish.

Lead a Centre Where People Come First

As our Centre Manager, you’ll be the heart of our community — visible, approachable, and deeply connected with whānau, tamariki, and kaiako. Your leadership will shape the culture of the centre, fostering trust, positivity, and a shared commitment to excellence.

Working closely with your Area Manager, you’ll champion collaboration, strengthen team engagement, and guide your centre toward strong educational and operational outcomes. Your judgement, warmth, and professionalism will inspire your team to deliver exceptional ECE experiences every day.

Lead With Values That Matter

At Lollipops Birkenhead, you’ll bring Evolve’s values to life:

• Kotahitanga – we are stronger together
• Manaakitanga – we make everyone feel welcome
• Mahia te mahi – we thrive on progress
• Kia manawanui – we see a world of possibilities

These values will guide your leadership as you champion equity, nurture inclusive practice, and create an environment where children, families, and kaiako feel supported and empowered.

What We Offer

• A warm, enthusiastic team ready to welcome you
• A well‑resourced centre that supports creativity and high‑quality teaching
• Competitive salary and a balanced lifestyle
• Ongoing professional development
• The opportunity to join the wider Evolve network of ECE professionals

What You Bring

• ECE qualification and Full Teaching Registration
• Proven experience as a Centre Leader
• Strong business acumen and the ability to lead sustainably and successfully
• A people‑centred leadership style with exceptional communication skills
• A love of challenge, growth, and opportunity — and a desire to make a real difference

If you’re a passionate, experienced leader ready to shape the future of a thriving centre, this is your moment. Step into a role where your leadership will be valued, your ideas will be welcomed, and your impact will be felt every day.

Apply today and begin the next inspiring chapter of your ECE leadership journey.