Early Childhood Kaiako — Fixed Term, Palmerston North

Radius Care; Foxton Beach; On-site; NZD 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full pay parity

Mental health & wellbeing hub

Ongoing professional development

Community projects support

50% childcare fees

Job summary

Radius Care in Palmerston North is seeking an experienced and nurturing Early Childhood Teacher for a fixed-term contract. You will deliver learning experiences aligned with the local curriculum while building strong partnerships with families and whānau.

We require an ECE qualified and registered teacher with a current NZ practising certificate and NZ residency or a valid NZ work visa. The role is full-time, Monday to Friday, commencing immediately until 27 August 2027.

Qualifications

• ECE qualified and registered teacher with current NZ practising certificate.
• Eligible to work in NZ (NZ residency or valid work visa).
• Fixed-term full-time position (40 hours per week).
• Experience with tamariki and early childhood education.

Responsibilities

• Deliver learning experiences in line with the local curriculum.
• Build strong partnerships with parents and whānau.
• Provide respectful, nurturing care ensuring child safety.
• Contribute to a supportive, inclusive classroom culture.

Skills

Tamariki care

Curriculum knowledge

Whānau engagement

Respectful care

Education

ECE qualification

NZ teaching certificate

Job description

Radius Care in Palmerston North is seeking an experienced and nurturing Early Childhood Teacher for a fixed-term contract. You will deliver learning experiences aligned with the local curriculum while building strong partnerships with families and whānau.

We require an ECE qualified and registered teacher with a current NZ practising certificate and NZ residency or a valid NZ work visa. The role is full-time, Monday to Friday, commencing immediately until 27 August 2027.