Centre Manager (BestStart Rolleston)
Lead with Purpose | Inspire Young Minds | Make a Lasting Impact
BestStart Rolleston is seeking a passionate and dedicated Centre Manager to lead our small, close-knit team. If you're ready to take the next step in your leadership journey and play a pivotal role in supporting tamariki and their whānau, we’d love to hear from you.
About Us
At BestStart Rolleston, relationships are at the heart of everything we do. Our centre vision – "My Place, Your Place, Our Place" – reflects our commitment to building strong partnerships with parents, whānau, and the wider community.
Inspired by the rich history of the Selwyn area, our local curriculum encourages tamariki to fill their kete with knowledge and confidence as they prepare for their learning journey. We offer a homely, welcoming atmosphere where every child feels included, nurtured, and valued.
Why Choose BestStart?
We’re a progressive and responsive leader in early childhood education, dedicated to recognising and supporting the vital work of our teaching teams.
We offer:
- Full Pay Parity – We’ve opted in!
- Online learning through Whare Ako
- Tailored coaching and mentoring
- Fully funded Teacher Certification
- Leadership development programmes
- Independent Centre Manager programme – lead your centre your way, with performance rewards
Health and wellbeing support:
- Subsidised Southern Cross health insurance*
- Free annual flu vaccinations
- Confidential counselling (EAP)
- Wellbeing programme
- Sick leave available from day one
- One extra week of leave after 10 years’ service
About the Role
As Centre Manager, you will lead the day-to-day operations of the centre, ensuring high-quality learning outcomes and a positive, inclusive environment for tamariki and kaiako alike. Supported by an experienced Area Manager, you'll be a confident communicator and a natural relationship builder.
Our experienced team brings warmth, humour, and a deep commitment to early learning. Many of our teachers have been with us for over a decade – their knowledge and connection to the community are invaluable.
This is a permanent position, 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday.
About You
We’re looking for a strong and supportive leader who will continue to grow our centre’s culture of excellence, care, and collaboration. You’ll bring:
- A Level 7 ECE qualification and current Teacher Certification
- Strong knowledge of child-led curriculum and ECE pedagogy
- Confidence in ECE Regulations and compliance requirements
- Commitment to Te Tiriti o Waitangi in daily practice
- Proven coaching skills and the ability to develop others
- A solutions-focused mindset and enthusiasm for innovation
Apply Now! Take the next step in your leadership career with BestStart Rolleston. Click Apply Now or contact our Talent Specialist Emma Poole on 027 1800 1747 for a confidential chat.
Join a centre where you’ll feel at home, grow professionally, and make a meaningful difference every day
