Centre Manager – Early Childhood Education
Talk Education
Listing Description
Description
We are seeking an experienced and values-led Centre Manager to lead a well-established early childhood centre in South Auckland.
This is an exciting opportunity for a confident leader who understands that culture, relationships, and fit are just as important as qualifications and experience. For this reason, a trial period will form part of the appointment process, as finding the right person for our children, whānau, team, and community is of the utmost importance to the Board.
About the Role
As Centre Manager, you will provide strong professional leadership across all areas of centre operation, ensuring a safe, inclusive, and nurturing environment for children, families, and staff. You will foster positive relationships, support high-quality teaching and learning, and ensure the centre operates smoothly, ethically, and in line with regulatory and organisational expectations.
Key Focus Areas
Creating a safe, caring, and engaging environment for children
Building respectful, professional relationships with parents and whānau
Leading and supporting a collaborative, high-performing teaching team
Upholding health, safety, and compliance requirements
Promoting inclusive practice, equity, and Te Tiriti o Waitangi principles
Contributing to planning, resourcing, and day-to-day centre operations
About You
Proven leadership experience in early childhood education
Strong communication and relationship-building skills
Calm, professional, and values-driven leadership style
Confident managing people, processes, and priorities
Willing to participate in a trial period to ensure mutual fit
What’s On Offer
Permanent leadership role
Supportive governance and professional environment
Opportunity to make a meaningful, long-term impact
Competitive remuneration aligned with experience
If you are passionate about leading with integrity and putting children and relationships at the heart of everything you do, we’d love to hear from you.
Please reach out to me via email to kate@talkrecruitment.co.nz
Application details
Apply online for this role or contact Kate Donaldson for more information.
