ECE Kaiako (2–4): Growth, Impact & Leadership

Kindercare; Christchurch; On-site; NZD 53,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full pay parity

10 days sick leave

Fully funded Teacher registration

Mental health & EAP support

Ongoing professional development

Leadership development opportunities

50% childcare fee discount

Job summary

Kindercare in Christchurch is seeking an experienced Kaiako to work with tamariki aged 2–4 years. This permanent, full-time role (40 hours/week, Mon–Fri) requires an ECE qualification and a current NZ practising certificate, alongside NZ residency or a valid work visa.

You will engage tamariki through meaningful learning, partner with whānau, and deliver a warm, whānau-centred learning environment. Spreydon Centre offers supportive leadership and ongoing professional development.

Qualifications

• ECE qualified and registered Teacher with a current NZ provisional or full practising certificate.
• NZ residency or valid NZ work visa required.

Responsibilities

• Deliver fun-filled learning experiences for tamariki aged 2–4 years.
• Create inspiring, engaging environments for tamariki.
• Build strong partnerships with parents and whānau.
• Embrace the local curriculum with enthusiasm.
• Practice respectful care as a core teaching value.
• Understand developmental and emotional needs of tamariki under 4.

Skills

local curriculum

engaging environments

partnering with parents

delivering learning experiences

respectful care

understanding tamariki needs

Education

ECE qualification

Job description

Kindercare in Christchurch is seeking an experienced Kaiako to work with tamariki aged 2–4 years. This permanent, full-time role (40 hours/week, Mon–Fri) requires an ECE qualification and a current NZ practising certificate, alongside NZ residency or a valid work visa.

You will engage tamariki through meaningful learning, partner with whānau, and deliver a warm, whānau-centred learning environment. Spreydon Centre offers supportive leadership and ongoing professional development.