Ece Kaiako -Mission Bay Kindergarten

Aka; Auckland; On-site; NZD 30,000 - 47,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Respectful, friendly environment

Inclusive, collaborative team

Variety to work across a range of ages

Access to online resources and_profes

EAP support (by arrangement)

Discounted childcare fees (if applica

Job summary

Aka is seeking an Early Childhood Relief Teacher to support Kaiako at Pakuranga Centre in Auckland. The role involves assisting with daily routines, engaging tamariki in play and learning, and helping to maintain a clean, safe environment across busy days.

Ideal candidates are reliable, flexible, and able to work up to 8 hours per day with short notice. English communication is essential; NZ residency or a valid NZ work visa is required; police vet checks will be conducted.

Qualifications

• Reliable and available, often at short notice.
• Experience with children under 5 is preferred.
• Confident communicator in English.
• Warm, caring nature and teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Assist Kaiako with daily routines and learning activities.
• Engage children in play and learning experiences.
• Maintain a clean and safe environment; cleaning duties are part of the role.
• Contribute to a respectful, inclusive team culture.

Skills

Reliable

English communication

Warm, caring nature

Flexible

Education

Early childhood qualification or training

Job description

Flexibility…variety…opportunity… join our team as an Early Childhood Relief Teacher

Relievers are a valued part of our team. Whether you’re looking for work/life balance, or want to spend your day making a difference in a child’s life, you’ll play a unique role in supporting our Kaiako to provide loving care and education for babies, toddlers and preschoolers.

If you have a peaceful, playful nature, enjoy building positive relationships with tamariki, and thrive in a well-established, diverse, supportive team, we'd love to hear from you. We're looking for someone who brings fun, creativity, professionalism, and a genuine passion for early childhood education. If you're flexible, reliable, and would enjoy being part of a welcoming team that supports one another, we'd love to connect with you.

This role involves assisting Kaiako with daily routines, engaging with children in play and learning experiences, and helping to maintain a clean and safe environment. Cleaning duties are part of the role, and applicants should be physically active and comfortable working in a busy early childhood setting.

What we offer:

• Respectful, friendly environment
• Inclusive, collaborative team
• Variety to work across a range of ages
• Access to online resources and professional development hub
• EAP support (by arrangement)
• Discounted childcare fees (if applicable)

About You:

• Reliable and available, often at short notice
• Experience with children under 5 (preferred)
• Able to work up to 8 hours a day, and during school holidays
• Committed to building strong relationships with children and whānau
• Enthusiastic about creating fun-filled days for tamariki
• Warm, caring nature
• Confident communicator in English
• NZ residency or NZ work visa is a pre-requisite
• All potential employees are police vet checked

Whether you’re early childhood qualified, an ECE Teacher-in-training, or simply have a heart for children, we’d love to meet you and discuss this on-call relieving position. Our centre operating hours are 7.30am – 5.30pm Monday to Friday.

Click on this link for details about our centre: Pakuranga Centre