Little Waves Early Learning Centre · Wellington
Head Kaiako
Full time, Permanent
Little Waves Early Learning Centre in Wellington is seeking a full-time, permanent head kaiako. This hands-on leadership role includes opening and closing shifts, working with pēpi and tuakana, mentoring kaiako, partnering with whānau, and supporting curriculum, assessment and centre operations. Applicants need an ECE qualification, a current practising certificate and previous ECE leadership experience.
- 50-licensed centre with 10-place nursery
- Five-day role with opening and closing shifts
- Allocated non-contact leadership time
- Full pay parity and funded professional learning
Closes in 14 days
Applications close 2 Oct 2026, 3pm.
Read the full listing and applyOpens the Education Gazette, where the school takes applications.
The role
- Sector
- Early learning
- Role
- Certificated teacher
- Hours
- full time
- Tenure
- permanent
- Listed
- 10 Sept 2026
In the school’s words
“Are you a passionate ECE leader who enjoys inspiring others, building meaningful partnerships, and creating high-quality learning experiences? Little Waves Early Learning Centre is looking for a full-time head kaiako to join our dedicated and collaborative team. This is a…”