Centre Manager (BestStart Albany)
BestStart Education
Listing Description
Description
Start Here. Grow Here.
About Us
At BestStart Albany, we are passionate about nurturing a sense of wonder in every child. We understand that each stage of a child's development brings change, so we work closely with whānau to maintain familiar routines and support individual aspirations. Our centre is built on strong, trusting relationships with tamariki and their families, creating an environment of open communication and belonging.
About the Role
We are seeking an inspiring Centre Manager to lead the day-to-day operations of our centre while supporting and developing a passionate team. This is a permanent, full-time role (40 hours per week).
In this role, you will:
- Lead, mentor, and inspire a team of kaiako
- Build strong, meaningful relationships with tamariki and whānau
- Champion high-quality teaching and learning
- Support and grow team capability through coaching
- Ensure strong compliance, curriculum delivery, and planning
Why Join BestStart?
We are committed to supporting our leaders to succeed, offering:
- A comprehensive mentoring and induction programme
- Access to Whare Ako, our online learning platform
- Ongoing leadership development and career progression
- Childcare discounts
- Fully funded Teacher Registration
- $2,000 referral bonus for Qualified Teachers*
- Subsidised health insurance
About You
You will bring a genuine passion for early childhood education, along with:
- A Level 7 ECE qualification and current NZ Teaching Certification
- Proven leadership experience (Centre Manager or Head Teacher preferred)
- Strong knowledge of ECE regulations and Te Whāriki
- A commitment to Te Tiriti o Waitangi and inclusive practice
Ready to lead and inspire? Apply now and help shape the future for our tamariki.
Application details
Applications Close: 08/05/2026 Apply online for this role or contact BestStart Educare Limited for more information.
BestStart Education
At BestStart, we are at the forefront of early childhood education, dedicated to making a positive impact and passionate about our work. We offer exceptional early education and award-winning childcare services for infants, toddlers, and preschoolers.
Our primary goal isto deliver high-quality education to the children in our community, and we are actively engaged in groundbreaking research focused on children's oral language development and self-regulation, known as Kia Tīmata Pai. This research initiative involves approximately 1,600 BestStart preschoolers, highlighting our commitment to continuous improvement and innovation.
BestStart is committed to being a progressive and adaptable leader in the early childhood education sector. Our educators are highly valued for the transformative role they play in shaping children's lives. We are proud to announce that BestStart has implemented Full pay parity, underscoring our dedication to fairness and equity within our organisation.
At BestStart, we prioritise the support and growth of our teams through tailored professional development pathways. We believe in nurturing talent and empowering our employees to reach their full potential.
