Qualified nursery teacher

Cuddles Early Learning Centre; Canterbury; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading early learning centre in Canterbury is seeking a Qualified Nursery Teacher. In this full-time position, you will engage with children and families, fostering supportive relationships while delivering high-quality education. The role offers a vibrant team environment with professional growth opportunities, reflecting a commitment to educational excellence and community focus.

Benefits

Full Pay Parity

50% Discounted staff childcare

Professional development programs

Paid first aid renewal

Staff recognition and wellbeing focus

Qualifications

• Strong sense of teamwork and collaboration.
• Passion for teaching and learning.
• Ability to create inspiring learning environments.

Responsibilities

• Develop strong connections between Tamariki and Whānau.
• Create fun-filled learning experiences.
• Implement respectful care as a core practice.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Creativity

Education

ECE qualified and registered Teacher

Job description

Qualified nursery teacher

Full time, Permanent

Early learning / kōhanga reo, Certificated teacher

Belonging / Mana Whenua, Contribution / Mana Tangata, Communication / Mana Reo, Exploration / Mana Aotūroa, Well-being / Mana Atua

Are you ready to join our small, positive, friendly, passionate and professional Cuddles Early Learning Centre team and make a difference!

We are looking for a confident, positive Teacher to join our passionate team in our Nursery (Licenced for 11 under twos.)

Respectful relationships are at the core of what we do, so we need a teacher who can develop strong connections between Tamariki, Whānau and our existing Kaiako.

The position:

• Permanent, full-time (40 hours per week with flexibility to cover 8 hour shifts between 7.30am–5.30pm, Monday to Friday on a rotating roster)
• ECE qualified and registered Teacher with a current NZ provisional or full practising certificate
• Note you must have permission to legally work in New Zealand.
• A strong sense of teamwork, collaboration, and a genuine passion for teaching and learning and being part of a close supportive small dedicated team.

We offer:

• Full Pay Parity
• 50% Discounted staff childcare
• Professional development and growth program (supported by ECE Consulting Services)
• Paid first aid renewal
• Staff recognition and focus on wellbeing
• We are an accredited employer.

Our team describes us as a warm, family oriented, friendly, good humoured locally owned and operated centre who are small enough to provide a focus on every child

Who are you?

While you may not be the most experienced Kaiako, you will be a kaiako who shares our enthusiasm for the local curriculum and:
- creates inspiring environments with fun-filled learning experiences
- builds relationships
- has respectful care as one of your core teaching practices
- is friendly, has fun and a good sense of humour.

You’re not just looking for a job, you’re looking for a place to thrive and be part of a ‘family’. If you’re ready to grow your teaching career and you want to join our amazing team.

How to apply

Please send your cover letter and CV, and direct enquiries to:

Type: Education & Care Service
Maximum licenced places: 50

Physical address:
12 Greendale Avenue, Avonhead, Christchurch

Postal Address:
Mairehau, Christchurch 8013

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