Centre Manager - Community Centre

Darfield Preschool And Nursery Canterbury

Centre Manager - Community Centre

Full time, Permanent

Lead a centre where relationships come first, community is at the heart, and tamariki truly matter.

A rare opportunity has become available for an experienced and dedicated leader to join our well-established community preschool, proudly serving our thriving rural community since 1989. For the past 13 years, we have operated from our purpose-built centre, offering high-quality education and care in a safe, stimulating, play-based environment for up to 60 tamariki.

This role offers the chance to lead a passionate team where collaboration is valued and a strong sense of belonging is nurtured for both tamariki and kaiako. You will bring confidence in compliance oversight, alongside the ability to provide clear strategic direction, working closely with a large team and our Board of Trustees.

What we offer

• Competitive remuneration aligned with Extended Pay Parity
• Purpose-built facilities for tamariki and kaiako
• Strong administrative support
• Favourable adult-to-child ratios
• No fixed contact hours
• Free on-site parking

Key responsibilities

• Lead and support a team to deliver high-quality education and care
• Ensure compliance with ECE regulations and best practice
• Support team development and oversee daily operations
• Contribute to strategic planning alongside the Board of Trustees
• Foster a safe, inclusive, and nurturing environment
• Build strong relationships with tamariki, whānau, and the community
• Provide calm, empathetic leadership and mentor others

About you

• Hold a relevant ECE qualification and/or equivalent experience
• Demonstrate proven leadership capability
• Have strong communication and relationship skills
• Bring a genuine passion for early childhood education

How to apply

Please send your cover letter and CV, and direct enquiries to:

Type: Education & Care Service
Maximum licenced places: 60

Physical address:
1d Cardale Street, Darfield

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