• Leadership opportunity in a centre licensed for 61.
• Full Pay parity!
• Paid Registration and first aid.
• Discounted childcare for your Tamariki.
• Be well supported by your Area Manager.
• Impactful leadership opportunity.
• Beautiful Centre with loads of potential!

Step into the vibrant world of Evolve Education, where every day is an adventure in nurturing young minds and fostering a sense of wonder. Our Centre is located centrally in Blockhouse Bay (with great parking!) and we have an opportunity for an experienced Centre Manager to take the helm.

 As our new leader, you’ll role model behaviour, ensuring that Evolves values are upheld daily:

• 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.

At Active Explorers Blockhouse Bay, we thrive on whakawhanaungatanga - our community is the heart of our centre. We are a small team with close connections to whanau and our community and we have a strong sense of biculturalism and commitment to te Titiri o Waitangi.

As the face of our Centre, you'll be accessible and visible, and your open and positive communication will shape relationships with whanau and kaiako - positively impacting our reputation in the local community.

Working closely with your Area Manager, you will build a culture of positivity and success in the Centre, strengthening team engagement and retention. Your support will enable your team to work collaboratively, achieving both educational and operational objectives. Your judgement and leadership will motivate and inspire your people to deliver exceptional early childcare education (ECE) services to tamariki and their whanau.

We know that delivering great outcomes for children and families starts with having the right people. And nowhere is this more important, than in our leaders. Here you’ll provide effective hands-on leadership that encourages, supports, and enables all team members to achieve their objectives and goals. You’ll lead with a strong commitment to equity, ensuring fair and inclusive practices. You will make an impact with occupancy, compliance, and engagement across your team.

Our offer to you:

• A wonderful new team to work with.
• A well-resourced centre to cater to your imagination and teaching.
• Competitive salary and a well-balanced lifestyle.
• Professional Development underpinned by mentoring and support.
• An opportunity to join the Evolve network of ECE professionals.
• A half-day of birthday leave.

What we're looking for in you: 

• You are ECE Qualified and hold Full Teaching Registration.
• You have demonstrated experience in a Centre Manager role and understand what it takes to run a successful ECE Centre.
• You’re adept at forging strong relationships with whanau and the community, and you’re able to leverage this to drive occupancy.
• You have good business acumen and the ability to manage sustainably and profitably for optimum results. 

If you’re looking for a challenging and rewarding career move in 2025 – please submit your details today to find out more.