Hillpark Kindergarten - Head Teacher

Hillpark Kindergarten, Manurewa – Full Time Head Teacher

Job Code: HTHILLP541

This is a full time position (40 hours per week) in an established and well-resourced Kindergarten in the Manurewa area.  The Kindergarten caters for children aged 2-5 years old in a mixed age setting, licensed from 8.00am – 3.30pm, including term breaks.   There is occupancy for 40 tamariki and a 1:10 teacher to child ratio.

The kindergarten has a well-established kaupapa of environmental sustainability and the successful applicant will be a creative, enthusiastic and energetic teacher with an open-to-learning mindset who will support these initiatives.

We are seeking an enthusiastic and motivated Head Teacher (with a Full Practising Certificate) to lead this team.  Experience in a kindergarten setting, pedagogical leadership, as well as understanding of centre finances, occupancy and attendance would be an advantage, along with a commitment to professional development and on-going learning.

We are seeking a Teacher who is versatile and a great communicator, who can lead and deliver quality teaching practices in a team environment, work with Tamariki in a mixed age setting, and is willing and proactive around change. 

Work with a fabulous team where your sound knowledge of ECE curriculum practices, relationship building skills, energy and passion for teaching our young learners will be reciprocated and rewarded!

The successful applicant must have:

• sound knowledge of current approaches to teaching and learning


• be committed to on-going professional development


• demonstrate strong and inclusive leadership qualities


• have a passion for supporting, extending and documenting children’s learning, therefore strong ICT skills are a must.

 The successful applicant will:

• be skilled with the financial and operational aspects of managing a successful centre


• have sound understanding of funding


• occupancy and people management to ensure the centre thrives financially and is a great place to work

Role requirements:

• B Ed/Dip Teaching Level 7 (ECE) and current teacher registration/certification


• Good understanding of child led curriculum, planning and extending on our children's learning


• Demonstrate good knowledge of the current ECE Regulations, Te Whariki and hold compliance in a high regard


• Demonstrates a strong commitment to Te Tiriti o Waitangi through pedagogical practices


• Excellent communication skills and ability to build strong relationships with Tamariki, Whanau, teaching team and the wider community


• Passion and commitment for teaching and learning with a focus on delivering quality education and care


• Experience or an interest in developing and supporting our Enviroschools commitment would be advantageous

Benefits we offer to ensure your Health & Wellbeing: 

• Free Annual Flu Vaccinations


• Confidential counselling through EAP


• 6 weeks annual leave


• Sick leave days available on commencement

CMKA offers generous professional support, employment terms and conditions and professional learning and development opportunities.

Start date:                  To Be Negotiated

Hours required:         Monday to Friday 40 hours per week

Applications close:   4.00pm, Monday 7th September 2026 

Applicants require a minimum Level 7 Diploma or Bachelor of Training ECE, current first aid certificate and current teacher registration practicing certificate.

Applicants for this position must have NZ Residency or a valid NZ Work Visa and must currently reside in NZ.