Centre Manager (BestStart Cashmere)
Together with kindness we grow
BestStart Cashmere is seeking a dedicated and inspiring Centre Manager to lead our highly skilled and deeply committed teaching team. If you are ready to take the next step in your leadership journey and play a key role in building strong relationships with children and whānau, this is an opportunity to make a meaningful impact.
About BestStart Cashmere
Our centre provides an exceptional early learning experience for children of all ages and their whānau. With a blend of experience, knowledge, and genuine passion, we deliver high‑quality learning outcomes for babies, toddlers, and young children.
We nurture kaitiakitanga, encourage self‑expression, and support tamariki to care for the environment through sustainable practices. Through collective play and exploration, children develop confidence, wellbeing, and strong relationships.
What Makes Us Unique
- A large playground and peaceful hidden garden
- Three interconnected classrooms set back from the road for a calm, safe learning environment
- A teaching philosophy grounded in kindness, manaakitanga, and kaitiakitanga
- A collaborative team focused on social and emotional learning
- A proud Sustainability Award, reflecting our belief in the environment as the third teacher
Why Join BestStart
BestStart is committed to being a progressive and adaptable leader in the ECE sector, where teachers are recognised for the positive difference they make. We are proud to have opted into full pay parity.
Benefits include:
- Access to Whare Ako, our online learning platform
- Coaching and mentoring tailored to your role
- Career development support and leadership pathways
- Discounted childcare
- Opportunity to join the Independent Centre Manager Programme, offering autonomy and rewards for strong centre performance
Supporting Your Wellbeing:
- Subsidised health insurance
- Free annual flu vaccinations
- Confidential EAP counselling
- Wellbeing programmes
- Sick leave available from day one
- One week of additional leave after 10 years of service
About the Role
As a high‑impact leader reporting to an Area Manager, you will champion excellent learning outcomes and ensure smooth, positive day‑to‑day operations. Strong communication and relationship‑building will be central to your success.
This is a permanent, full‑time position (40 hours, Monday to Friday).
What We’re Looking For
- BEd/Dip Teaching Level 7 (ECE) and current Teacher Certification
- Strong understanding of child‑led curriculum and pedagogy
- Solid knowledge of ECE Regulations, Te Whāriki, and compliance expectations
- Commitment to Te Tiriti o Waitangi in practice
- Proven coaching ability and a passion for developing others
- Innovative thinking and a drive to simplify and improve systems
- Minimum of two years’ experience as a Centre Manager
How to Apply: Click Apply Now, or contact Talent Specialist Emma Poole on 027 1800 1747 for a confidential conversation.
Join a team that values growth, collaboration, and the joy of teaching. We look forward to welcoming you to BestStart Cashmere.
