Ece Caregiver (Beststart Blenheim Central)

Qjumpers; Blenheim; On-site; NZD 30,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Whare Ako learning platform

Refer a Qualified Teacher $2,000

Discounted childcare

Subsidised health insurance

Free annual flu vaccinations

Confidential counselling through EAP

Sick leave from day one

Additional leave after 10 years

Job summary

BestStart Blenheim Central is seeking a passionate Caregiver to join our close-knit team in Blenheim. You will help create a safe, nurturing environment for tamariki aged 3 months to 5 years, supporting learning and play-based experiences alongside our teaching team.

This permanent, full-time role (35 hours per week, Monday to Friday) does not require an ECE qualification, but experience with young children and a collaborative, positive attitude are essential.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children under five is essential.
• Positive attitude and strong teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Providing quality care and support for tamariki
• Supporting learning experiences and daily routines
• Building positive relationships with children, families and colleagues
• Assisting across the centre and covering staff breaks as required
• Contributing to a positive team culture and centre operations

Skills

Experience with young children

Job description

BestStart Blenheim Central is seeking a passionate and caring Caregiver to join our energetic and close-knit team. Conveniently located in the heart of Blenheim on High Street, our centre provides quality care and education for children aged 3 months to 5 years. We are proud of our welcoming environment where tamariki are encouraged to learn, explore and grow with confidence.

Our diverse team brings a wealth of experience and knowledge, creating a supportive workplace where strong relationships with children, whānau and each other are at the heart of everything we do.

Why choose us?

At BestStart, we are committed to being a progressive leader in the early childhood sector, supporting our people to grow and thrive throughout their careers.

Our benefits include:

• Learning through Whare Ako, our online learning platform
• Refer a Qualified Teacher and receive $2,000*
• Discounted childcare

Your wellbeing matters to us, and we offer:

• Subsidised health insurance (eligibility criteria apply)
• Free annual flu vaccinations
• Confidential counselling through EAP
• Sick leave from your first day
• An additional week of leave after 10 years of service

About the Role

As a Caregiver, you will help create a safe, nurturing and engaging environment where children feel supported to learn and develop. Working alongside our teaching team, you'll build meaningful relationships with tamariki and contribute to positive learning experiences each day.

This position is based in our vibrant Rito Room, working with our over-two-year-olds. Rito is a fun and active learning space where children can follow their interests, make choices, build friendships and develop confidence through play-based learning.

Your day-to-day responsibilities will include:

• Providing quality care and support for our tamariki
• Supporting learning experiences and daily routines
• Building positive relationships with children, families and colleagues
• Assisting across the centre and covering staff breaks as required
• Contributing to a positive team culture and centre operations

This is a permanent position working 35 hours per week, Monday to Friday.

Role Requirements

An ECE qualification is not required; however, experience working with children under five is essential. We're looking for someone with a genuine passion for working with young children, a positive attitude, strong teamwork skills and the ability to use initiative while working collaboratively with others.

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