Complex Manager - Active Explorers Central Park and Lollipops Millennium

Lead two centres. Inspire teams. Make a lasting impact. We’re seeking an experienced and passionate Centre Manager to lead Active Explorers Central Park (60 licence places) and Lollipops Millennium (85 licence places). This is an exciting opportunity for a proven ECE leader ready to take the next step in their career. As our leader, you'll role model Evolve’s values of Kotahitanga (stronger together), Manaakitanga (welcoming all), Mahia te mahi (driven by progress), and Kia manawanui (seeing possibilities). Working alongside your area manager, you will cultivate positive, high-performing centre cultures, supporting team engagement, retention, and development. Splitting your time across both centres, you'll provide hands-on leadership to achieve strong educational, operational, occupancy, compliance, and people outcomes. Each centre has its own unique community, offering variety and challenge as you support your teams to deliver exceptional outcomes for tamariki and whānau. You will lead with a commitment to equity, inclusion, and excellence in early childhood education. What we offer More than full pay parity Discounted childcare for your tamariki Competitive salary and great work-life balance Professional development opportunities Well-resourced centres and supportive teams Access to Evolve’s nationwide ECE network Half-day birthday leave About you ECE qualified with full teaching registration Proven experience as a centre manager Strong business and operational acumen Exceptional communicator and relationship builder Committed to people-centred leadership Thrives on challenge, growth, and continuous improvement This is a rewarding opportunity to advance your leadership career while making a meaningful difference in the communities we serve. Apply today.