• Lead two Centres in this transformational leadership role.
• Newly created role - make your mark!
• Rewarding opportunity - make a tangible impact each day.
• Paid Registration and first aid.
• Discounted childcare for your Tamariki.
• Full Pay Parity - we’ve opted in!

We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Centre Manager who is looking to progress in their ECE Leadership career, managing two Centres: Learning Adventures Takanini (licensed for 50) & Lollipops Takanini (licensed for 75) 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.

Working closely with your Area Manager, you will build a culture of positivity and success in the Centres, strengthening team engagement and retention. Your support will enable your teams to work collaboratively, achieving 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.

You will split your time across these two centres, providing effective hands-on leadership that encourages, supports, and enables all team members to achieve their objectives and goals.

Each Centre is unique - the Whānau and Tamariki have varying needs and requirements, so you'll enjoy the variety and challenge of ensuring your teams have the right support to be happy, successful and engaged in their roles. 

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.
• 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 have good business acumen and the ability to manage sustainably and profitably for optimum results. 
• You take a holistic approach to management – you know that people are at the heart of everything and you’re an exceptional communicator and relationship builder.
• You thrive on challenge, learning and opportunity and are excited to bring your expertise to the team. 

This is an incredible opportunity to move your leadership career forward, showcasing your ECE leadership skills and making an impact in the communities we support - if you would like to know more – please submit your details today!