Homai - Head Teacher

Head Teacher – Homai Kindergarten, Manurewa  

Job Code: HTHOMAI536

This is a full time position (40 hours per week) in an established and well-resourced multi-cultural 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.

Homai Kindergarten enjoys strong community links including community initiatives within the Manurewa area to support our tamariki and whānau, including a daily van service.

We are seeking an enthusiastic and motivated Head Teacher 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.

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

An interest in environmental sustainability would be an advantage.

Role requirements:

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


• Experience in pedagogical leadership


• 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


• Knowledge and experience using He Māpuna te Tamaiti and He Kōrerorero


• 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

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

Start date:                       To Be Negotiated

Hours required:           Monday to Friday from 8.00am – 5.00pm

Applications close:     Monday 23rd March 2026  at 4.00pm

Applicants require a Diploma or Bachelor of Teaching ECE, current first aid certificate and current teacher registration practicing certificate.

For further information about Homai Kindergarten please visit our website https://www.cmka.org.nz/centres/homai-kindergarten/

To apply for this position please click on the link attached

Applicants must be eligible to work in New Zealand.