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Nursery head teacher/2IC

Stem Montessori

Canterbury

On-site

GBP 60,000 - 80,000

22 days ago

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An innovative education centre is seeking a passionate kaiako to lead and inspire a dedicated team. This full-time role offers the opportunity to create a vibrant learning environment for tamariki, allowing them the freedom to explore and grow. As a head teacher or second-in-charge, you will play a pivotal role in guiding your team while ensuring adherence to the centre's vision and values. With a focus on professional development and empathy, this position invites both experienced educators and those ready to step into leadership to apply. Join a community dedicated to nurturing curiosity and fostering a love for learning.

Must have provisional or full registration and current first aid certificate.
Experience as a head teacher/2IC or readiness for leadership roles.

Lead and inspire your team to reach their full potential.
Support the centre team in the manager's absence.

Empathy

Professionalism

Team Motivation

Understanding of Te Whariki

Planning skills

Knowledge of ECE regulations

Provisional or full registration

Current first aid certificate

Valid visa or permanent residency

Stem Montessori is a purpose built centre located on Lincoln road in Hillmorton area.

Newly opened in January 2024, privately owned and operated.
Our space is clean, bright and designed to reflect our tamariki and their growing curiosity and desire for learning.

We create an environment where our tamariki have the freedom of choice to self select and direct their own learning in a prepared, well resourced environment.

As head teacher and 2IC, you will lead and inspire your team to reach their full potential, ensuring that our Stem Montessori vision and values succeed.
You will also step up and support our whole centre team when the centre manager is away.

About the role:

Full time, permanent position working minimum 30 hours per week, Monday to Friday with flexibility in working both mid and end of day shifts.
Have provisional or full registration and a current first aid certificate.
Have a valid visa or permanent residency.
This role can be for an experienced head teacher/2IC or for a kaiako who is ready to take that next step in their leadership journey.

We are looking for a kaiako who has:

Can relate to whanau and show empathy and support where needed.
Be professional.
Motivate your team.
Understanding around Te Whariki, planning, and the ECE regulations.

If this sounds like you, please send through your CV and cover letter.

How to apply

Please send your CV, and direct enquiries to:

Type: Education & Care Service
Maximum licensed places: 60

Physical address:
8 Lincoln Road, Hillmorton, Christchurch

Postal Address:
Upper Riccarton, Christchurch

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