Centre Manager - Lincoln Village EducareTeaching - Early Childhood (Education & Training)Full timeWe are in search of a leader with a knack for leading through change by coaching and mentoring to elevate a passionate teaching team to new heights.Strong operational skills and an understanding of financials are essential to ensure the continued success and growth of the centre.About the Role - Korero mo te TurangaYou will play a key role in leading the team during a period of change following the recent transition to Educare Lincoln Village. Change management skills alongside passionate leadership are at the forefront of being successful in this role.Your key role is to drive Educare's commitment to creating an outstanding environment for the tamariki in their centre, ensuring continuous growth and development for the centre.Your key responsibilities will include:Managing financial and occupancy goals.Leading and cultivating an environment where children are engaged, and their interests and strengths are developed and shared with their whanau.Coaching and mentoring teachers and support staff in the centre.Managing day-to-day centre operations, including rostering and staffing, enrolments, and marketing initiatives.Demonstrating good knowledge of the current ECE Regulations, Te Whariki with a focus on compliance.Inducting, managing, and developing a high-quality team.This role is counted in ratio with allocated weekly admin time. This role is full time, 40 hours a week worked on a roster between 7.30 am to 5.30 pm, Monday to Friday.Our organisation - Mo matouEducare Lincoln Village has beautiful, open and calm spaces that provide a great environment for the tamariki to learn through play while nurturing their own personal interests and curiosities. The teaching team has developed a great sense of whanaungatanga with whanau. This makes this a space that is enjoyed by the tamariki, their whanau, and our kaiako.With 27 Educare Centres nationwide, we put an emphasis on growing and supporting our own, providing staff with the tools and guidance to become successful in their role. We recognise the importance of providing care and education for children in their early years that encourages them to develop foundation life skills.We pride ourselves on growing business-savvy managers who know the ins and outs of running a successful centre with the support of our Senior Leadership team. Educare has a dedicated Administration, HR, and Operations Team, which ensures that you can focus on the day-to-day management of the centre.We believe in celebrating successes and live by our motto of Learn, Laugh, Play. Educare is an equal opportunities employer. We invite and celebrate diversity within our Educare whanau.To learn more about Educare please visit You - MouThe ideal candidate will have exceptional communication skills and attention to detail. You will be a role model for all of your people, with an encouraging approach and genuine interest in the development of others. You inspire and elevate the performance of your team and are passionate about providing quality learning experiences for the tamariki.You'll have proven people leadership experience and be an exceptional communicator and relationship builder, building strong relationships with parents and attracting new families to the Centre.To be successful you will need:Current New Zealand teaching registration.Management and leadership experience in an ECE environment.Robust background in curriculum development.Experience in financial management.Excellent time management and organisational skills.Good knowledge of Te Whariki and Te Tirititi o Waitangi.The ability to network with the community to promote the centre and build the client base.To be culturally understanding and sensitive.Join us - Tuhono maiIf you've come this far and think this sounds like the job for you, click Apply Now!Please submit a CV and a cover letter explaining how you align with the key responsibilities of this role by pressing 'Apply Now', or for more information contact Charlotta Smith at (email protected) #J-18808-Ljbffr
