ABOUT USThe Salvation Army Early Childhood Education Centres provide quality, Christian Early Childhood Care and Education and wrap around whanau care services in the local community. Our core values are Wairuatanga - Spirituality. Whakaute - Respectful Relationship. Whanaungatanga - Whanau Connection. Matauranga Manaaki - Care as Curriculum. Mana aoturoa - Exploration. Harikoa - Joy. Kainga - Our Place. Te Tiriti o Waitangi - Our Commitment.Our Mt Wellington centre is a beautiful purpose built and newly renovated home away from home for up to 45 tamariki, including 10 under twos. We value small groups, great ratios and focus on supporting our families with wraparound services. We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced or aspiring Early Childhood Education Leader to join our team as our Centre Leader. You will be joining a kind, caring and empathetic team working in a small, home like environment, within a community hub. We offer an exceptionally competitive salary and a generous, benefit packed Collective Agreement which includes discounted childcare, First Aid Certification, Flu vaccination, Teacher Registration, Teacher Only Days and loads of non-contact time. QUALIFICATIONSBachelor of Teaching (Early Childhood Education) or equivalent qualification and a current teaching practicing certificateFirst Aid TrainingFull Drivers License KEY COMPETENCIESMinimum two years experience in leading a team (flexible for the right candidate) and the ability to work cohesively within a teamExcellent communication skills Excellent knowledge of MOE, ERO, and teacher registration requirements and standards for Early Childhood EducationAbility to relate to people from a diverse range of backgroundsComputer competent with a working knowledge of Discover (or other child software management system)Sound problem solving, decision making, planning and evaluation skillsSound budgeting and financial understanding of Early Childhood Education centresSympathy toward and support of the aims of The Salvation Army.Time and desk management skills to prioritize multiple tasks and keep track of work in progress and meet deadlines. You will be responsible for: Building, maintaining and leading a team of kaiako and support staff to ensure tamariki, parents and whanau enjoy a positive learning environment where best practice is followed. This includes being responsible for the financial viability, educational quality and missional opportunities of the centre. You will work with tamariki, parents and whanau, kaiako and support staff to provide a warm, safe, loving and learner friendly environment where tamariki thrive. Additionally, you will build and maintain connections with the wider Salvation Army and other community services to provide wraparound support and care for the ECE community.Key tasksLeadershipCurriculum guidance and implementation Management of team including rostering, maintaining ratios and staffing levels Educational development & engagementFinancial managementHealth and SafetyMission support You will be: Passion, drive and commitment to providing high quality Early Childhood Care and EducationOutstanding communication skills, both written and verbalExperienced, natural leader who can inspire, motivate and mentor a teamCaring nature and desire to make a difference, build community and truly care for people Our offer to you:2 x Salvation Army additional leave days and long service leaveDiscounted Medical Insurance with Southern CrossTSA discount card for discount with various retailors such as Beaurepairs, Noel Leeming, Placemakers and Torpedo7Free confidential counselling services to support your wellbeingSubsidised flu vaccinationsPaid First Aid and Teacher Registration Exciting professional development opportunities and career pathways. Generous Non-Contact time Free car parkingCandidates should be adaptable, energetic, self-motivated and committed to our mission of 'caring for people, transforming lives and reforming society' This role is permanent/full time and hours worked will be 40 per week (Negotiable for the right candidate) The starting salary for this role is $89,000-$96,000paWe look forward to receiving your application.
