Centre Manager | Busy Bees Forest Lake Road at Busy Bees Aotearoa

Hamilton, Waikato, New Zealand -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

25 May, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

24 Feb, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Leadership, Coaching, Mentoring, Te Whāriki Knowledge, MOE Regulations Knowledge, Licensing Criteria Knowledge, Teaching Council Requirements Knowledge, Childcare Management Software, Enrolment Management, Roster Management, Occupancy Target Management, Compliance, Financial Performance Management, Strategic Planning, Community Relations, Staff Management

Industry

education

Description

A rewarding opportunity has arisen for a leader to guide our team at House of Wonder Forest Lake by Busy Bees. We are searching for a Centre Manager who sees every child as a unique and special taonga and is ready to drive educational success through a commitment to holistic improvement. About us: We are a team that values creativity and the genuine relationships that make our centre a second home for everyone. Joining the Busy Bees Aotearoa whānau gives you national support within a local team where every role is essential to our daily flow. Inspired by the Reggio Emilia philosophy, we use natural materials and open-ended play to spark curiosity and wonder in our tamariki. Here your unique skills are celebrated and building a joyful space for our community is at the heart of our mahi. About you: You are a registered teacher with a current practicing certificate and a valid First Aid Certificate. You have proven experience in a leadership role within the ECE sector and a passion for coaching and mentoring staff. You possess in-depth knowledge of Te Whāriki, MOE Regulations, Licensing Criteria, and Teaching Council requirements. You have experience working with childcare management software and understand how to manage enrolments, rosters, and occupancy targets. You hold a Bachelor of Education (Early Childhood) or an equivalent NZQA-approved Level 7 qualification. You are committed to the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and ensuring Te Reo Māori and tikanga are woven into daily life. An inspirational leader with an innate ability to develop, lead a team to deliver best practice childcare services The mahi: As the Centre Manager, you are responsible for the performance of your centre and the development of a highly performing team. Your role involves delivering quality care and education with a focus on staff management, compliance, and sound financial performance. You will work alongside your team to ensure all tamariki have equitable opportunities for excellence, while mentoring kaiako through their Professional Growth Cycles You will lead the implementation of a centre-specific strategic plan. You will be the face of our centre, building deep connections within the wider community and ensuring the reputation of the centre remains exemplary. Why you’ll love it here: You will be part of a heart-centered whānau where your unique skills are celebrated and nurtured every day. We offer a competitive remuneration package with Full Pay Parity. A generous out-of-ratio allowance so you can focus on coaching and inspiring your team. Access to an EAP service. Opportunity to grow professionally within an organisation that values open communication. If you are ready to lead a commitment to excellence and deliver the best possible childcare services to our community, we want to hear from you. Please note: Applicants must hold NZ residency or a valid NZ work visa. We are an Accredited Employer. 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. Join our whānau If you’re looking for a new centre to call home, Busy Bees Aotearoa may be the perfect fit for you! Early Childhood Education attracts a special type of person. You might be known for being creative, nurturing or task focused… but ultimately, you were attracted to Early Childhood Education because you care deeply for the education of the littlest members of our communities. We understand this because this is what attracted us too. We want to gather people who care deeply about quality and empower people to bring their unique gifts and talents together for the benefit of our tamariki. We value each member of our team, and know that by supporting you in your journey, you’ll be the positive and supportive influence in theirs. Across the variety of our centres and Support Office we’re looking for passionate, dedicated, and committed people who love what they do. Have a look at our latest opportunities, we’d love to hear from you!

Responsibilities

The Centre Manager is responsible for the overall performance of the centre and developing a high-performing team, focusing on delivering quality care and education through staff management, compliance, and sound financial performance. This role also involves mentoring staff, leading strategic plan implementation, and serving as the centre's representative in the wider community.