Qualified ECE Team Leader - with Growth Opportunities

ECE Qualified Team Leader

We are searching for an exceptional kaiako to step into a Head Teacher role in our toddler room at The Village Preschool and Childcare. 

Collaborating closely with two other experienced and professional Head Teachers and the Centre Manager, you will provide invaluable support, offering mentorship, coaching, and role modeling outstanding teaching practices to the team.

This position requires the ability to facilitate and foster positive whānau relationships and assist in compliance management. Sustaining and growing our enrolments will be an integral part of this role.

About us:

Located in beautiful leafy Bethlehem, Tauranga, we believe it is vital that children develop a strong sense of connection with the natural world and we provide abundant opportunities for exploration and discovery in nature, led by a fabulous team of kaiako.

The following skills, knowledge and capabilities are ideally required for this role:

• Proven success in a leadership role with the ability to demonstrate a collaborative leadership style
• Time management and organisational skills
• Innovative, with a desire and passion for quality practice
• Commitment to improving outcomes for all tamariki through a rich curriculum guided by Te Whāriki
• An ECE Level 7 qualification with a current practicing certificate is required.

Why work for The Village Childcare?

We offer an exceptionally competitive salary package. This includes discounted childcare, first aid certification, financial support to maintain full registration, and generous NC time to enable you to coach and mentor your team and attend to operational and compliance requirements. We have opted into Full Pay Parity.  Most importantly, you’ll be part of a fantastic team. 

If you are an inspirational leader with a passion for high-quality childcare, we would love to hear from you!

Please send your CV to [email protected]