Head Teacher – Homai Kindergarten, Manurewa
Job Code: HTHOMAI536
This is a full time position (40 hours per week) in an established and well‐resourced multi‐cultural Kindergarten in the Manurewa area.
The Kindergarten caters for children aged 2-5 years old in a mixed age setting, licensed from 8.00am – 3.30pm, including term breaks.
There is occupancy for 40 tamariki and a 1:10 teacher‐to‐child ratio.
Homai Kindergarten enjoys strong community links including community initiatives within the Manurewa area to support our tamariki and whānau, including a daily van service.
We are seeking an enthusiastic and motivated Head Teacher to lead this team.
Experience in a kindergarten setting, pedagogical leadership, as well as understanding of centre finances, occupancy and attendance would be an advantage, along with a commitment to professional development and on‐going learning.
The successful applicant must have:
Sound knowledge of current approaches to teaching and learning
Be committed to on‐going professional development
Demonstrate strong and inclusive leadership qualities
Have a passion for supporting, extending and documenting children's learning; therefore strong ICT skills are a must.
The successful applicant will:
Be skilled with the financial and operational aspects of managing a successful centre
Have a sound understanding of funding
Occupancy and people management to ensure the centre thrives financially and is a great place to work
An interest in environmental sustainability would be an advantage.
Role requirements:
B Ed/Dip Teaching Level 7 (ECE) and current teacher registration/certification
Experience in pedagogical leadership
Good understanding of child‐led curriculum, planning and extending on our children's learning
Demonstrate good knowledge of the current ECE Regulations, Te Whāriki and hold compliance in a high regard
Knowledge and experience using He Māpuna te Tamaiti and He Kōrerorero
Demonstrates a strong commitment to Te Tiriti o Waitangi through pedagogical practices
Excellent communication skills and ability to build strong relationships with tamariki, whānau, teaching team and the wider community
Passion and commitment for teaching and learning with a focus on delivering quality education and care
Benefits we offer to ensure your Health & Wellbeing:
Free Annual Flu Vaccinations
Confidential counselling through EAP
6 weeks annual leave
Sick leave days available on commencement
Start date:
To Be Negotiated
Hours required:
Monday to Friday from 8.00am – 5.00pm
Applications close:
Monday 23rd March **** at 4.00pm
Applicants require a Diploma or Bachelor of Teaching ECE, current first aid certificate and current teacher registration practicing certificate.
For further information about Homai Kindergarten please visit our website /
To apply for this position please click on the link attached
Applicants must be eligible to work in New Zealand.
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