Centre Manager (Head Teacher)

Cornerstone Christian Early Learning Centre Middleton Canterbury

Full time, Permanent

Cornerstone Christian Early Learning Centre – Middleton (Christchurch) is seeking a strong, faith-filled centre manager to lead, guide and support our amazing teaching team who are making a difference in the lives of our children.

About the role

This is more than a role; it is an opportunity and a responsibility as centre manager to:

• Lead and inspire a Christ‑centred early learning community that reflects the vision and mission of the Centre.
• Provide strategic and operational leadership to ensure the Centre delivers high‑quality Christian education and care.
• Support and develop a positive, high‑performing team culture where staff are empowered to flourish professionally.
• Foster strong, welcoming relationships with tamariki, whānau, kaiako, and the community.
• Oversee the management of the Centre’s operations to ensure excellence across all areas.

About us

Our vision is to assist whānau/families in the education of their tamariki/children by providing an environment in which the Biblical Truths of Jesus Christ are taught and lived.

CCELC has been operating in Christchurch for over 20 years and has a strong reputation within the community. We are currently licensed for 50 children (ages 2‑5) and have the desire to see this number grow in the years ahead.

Our experienced team works closely alongside a supportive owner, The Christian Schools Trust and a Management Committee. The Centre has opted into full pay parity for staff. The role is 40 hours per week.

About you

• Proven ECE leadership experience
• Leads with humility, confidence, and clarity
• Aligns with the Centre’s Christian vision and mission
• NZQA recognised ECE Teaching Qualification
• Category 1 teacher registration

How to apply

Please contact Rhonda for an application pack which provides further information about a much‑loved and highly respected Cornerstone Christian Early Learning Centre – Middleton.

Cornerstone Christian Early Learning Centre Middleton

Type: Education & Care Service
Maximum licensed places: 50

Physical address:
73 Suva Street, Upper Riccarton, Christchurch

Postal Address:
Upper Riccarton, Christchurch 8041

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