Head Kaiako – Lead ECE, Te Whāriki & Whānau

BestStart Wigram; Canterbury; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full pay parity

Discounted childcare

Subsidised health insurance

Job summary

BestStart Wigram is seeking a passionate, dedicated qualified registered teacher to join our close-knit team as head teacher in our Tahi Building. This permanent, 40-hour-per-week role, Monday to Friday, is ideal for an experienced leader ready to share their strengths, extend their knowledge and embrace a new challenge.

Our purpose-designed centre supports tamariki across seven age-specific classrooms. In Tahi, children learn and play across two spacious classrooms and a large outdoor area

Qualifications

• A Bachelor of Education or Diploma of Teaching, Level 7 in ECE is required.
• Current Teacher Certification is required.
• Demonstrated leadership experience is essential.
• Strong understanding of Te Whāriki, planning, assessment and ECE pedagogy.
• Knowledge of current ECE regulations and a commitment to compliance.
• Passion, energy and dedication to quality teaching and learning.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage head teacher duties in the Tahi Building.
• Collaborate with whānau and staff to support tamariki development.
• Oversee planning, assessment and ECE pedagogy implementation.
• Ensure compliance with current ECE regulations and quality standards.

Skills

Leadership experience

Te Whāriki knowledge

Planning and assessment

ECE pedagogy

Education

Bachelor of Education or Diploma of Teaching, Level 7 in ECE

Current Teacher Certification

Job description

BestStart Wigram is seeking a passionate, dedicated qualified registered teacher to join our close-knit team as head teacher in our Tahi Building. This permanent, 40-hour-per-week role, Monday to Friday, is ideal for an experienced leader ready to share their strengths, extend their knowledge and embrace a new challenge.

Our purpose-designed centre supports tamariki across seven age-specific classrooms. In Tahi, children learn and play across two spacious classrooms and a large outdoor area