ECE Assistant Manager / 2IC | Busy Bees Te Kauwhata

Are you ready to take the next step in your ECE career?

We are searching for an exceptional kaiako to step into the role of Assistant Manager at Busy Bees Te Kauwhata! Collaborating closely with the Centre Manager, you will provide invaluable support, demonstrating a strong presence on the floor, offering mentorship, coaching, and role modelling outstanding teaching practices to the team.

This position requires the ability to forge positive community connections, assist in compliance management, and contribute to sustaining and growing our enrolment levels will be an integral part of this role. As a fully registered ECE Teacher you will be a natural leader and will be instrumental in helping to lead, develop and inspire a team of talented teachers. Our philosophy is grounded in the values of manaakitanga and aroha and we pride ourselves on creating a safe, loving and stimulating learning environment where every child can thrive.  

About us:

Nestled on the outskirts of the Auckland region and positioned at the beginning of the Waikato region, our beautiful, modern centre is conveniently located just a 15-minute drive from Pokeno. Our team is made up of passionate and experienced teachers who are warm, welcoming and naturally caring people. We see all children as individuals, valuing each unique stage of life, show them respect for who they are and providing equal opportunities to ensure the best possible start in life.  

Our centre offers wonderful, safe and fun outdoor spaces where children are provided with a range of diverse resources, including natural gardens and environment visuals, whilst enjoying the fresh air.

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

• Proven recent success in a leadership role with the ability to demonstrate an inclusive and collaborative leadership style
• Outstanding time management and organisational skills
• Superb communication skills
• Initiative, desire and passion for quality practice standards and commitment to the principles of Te Whāriki
• Innovative, resilient, committed, passionate and enthusiastic!
• An ECE or Primary Level 7 qualification with a current Practicing Certificate

As a valued member of Busy Bees, we offer:

• We offer Full Pay Parity rates
• Discounted childcare
• Paid First Aid Certification, flu vaccinations and Uniforms
• Financial support to maintain your registration
• Time out of ratio to coach and mentor your team and attend to operational and compliance requirements
• A fantastic leadership programme for emerging leaders
• A generous PLD budget
• Comprehensive induction, mentoring and coaching and ongoing opportunities for career growth and personal and professional development
• A companywide commitment to employee well being and access to EAP services

This is a fantastic opportunity for a passionate kaiako to take the next step in their leadership journey and join the Busy Bees whānau - Apply with your CV and Cover Letter today!

Applicants for this position should have NZ residency or a valid NZ work visa

We are an Accredited Employer

Why Work for Busy Bees?
If you’re passionate about early learning, Busy Bees is the place to be. Although we are part of a global organisation, our company was founded by three families looking for better, more enriching childcare. Three decades later, we still keep the same values at heart.

We know that we couldn’t do what we do without the important people in our teams. We invest in our people and work with them to build career pathways that inspire.