ECE Kaiako - Over 2's

BestStart Ferry Road; Canterbury; On-site; NZD 38,000 - 46,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Full pay parity

Induction & mentoring

Professional learning

Career growth

Discounted childcare

Referral bonus

Health insurance

Flu vaccinations

EAP support

Wellbeing programs

Sick leave from day 1

Long service leave

Job summary

BestStart Ferry Road in Canterbury seeks a Qualified and Certificated Teacher to work with tamariki over 2 years old in a permanent, 30-hour-per-week position.

Join a warm, inclusive centre committed to Te Whāriki, sustainability, and strong whānau partnerships. You’ll lead engaging, child-centered learning and collaborate with a dedicated team to support growth and discovery.

Qualifications

• Qualified teacher with NZ Teacher Certification and Level 7 ECE qualification.
• Commitment to Te Tiriti o Waitangi and child-led learning.
• Passion for quality teaching with over 2-year-old tamariki in a permissive hybrid NZ setting.

Responsibilities

• Create engaging learning experiences that foster confidence and curiosity.
• Build strong relationships with children and whānau.
• Extend children's interests and celebrate individual identities.
• Collaborate with a passionate teaching team to deliver high-quality early learning.

Skills

Te Whāriki knowledge

ECE regulations

Child-led learning

Education

BEd/Dip Teaching Level 7 (ECE) and NZ Teacher Certification

Job description

Early learning / kōhanga reo, Certificated teacher
Belonging / Mana Whenua, Contribution / Mana Tangata, Communication / Mana Reo, Exploration / Mana Aotūroa, Well-being / Mana Atua

Join the warm and welcoming team at BestStart Ferry Road! We're seeking a passionate Qualified and Certificated Teacher to work with our over 2-year-old tamariki in a permanent, 30-hour-per-week role (Monday to Friday).

At BestStart Ferry Road, everyone belongs. Our diverse, multicultural community celebrates different languages, cultures, and perspectives, creating a rich and inclusive learning environment. Inspired by the natural beauty of Bells Creek, our localised curriculum encourages exploration, environmental awareness, and meaningful connections with nature. As a proud recipient of BestStart's Tier 2 Kaitiakitanga Award, sustainability is at the heart of what we do.

In this role, you'll support tamariki through an exciting stage of growth and discovery, creating engaging learning experiences that foster confidence, independence, and a lifelong love of learning. You'll build strong relationships with children and whānau, extend children's interests, celebrate individual identities, and work collaboratively with a passionate teaching team.

Why BestStart?

• FULL pay parity.
• Supportive induction and mentoring programme.
• Ongoing professional learning through Whare Ako.
• Career growth and leadership opportunities.
• Discounted childcare.
• $2,000 referral bonus for qualified teachers*.
• Subsidised health insurance (eligibility criteria apply).
• Free annual flu vaccinations.
• Confidential EAP support.
• Wellbeing initiatives and programmes.
• Sick leave from day 1.
• Additional leave after 10 years' service.

What you'll bring

• BEd/Dip Teaching Level 7 (ECE) and current NZ Teacher Certification.
• Strong understanding of Te Whāriki, ECE regulations, and child-led learning.
• Commitment to Te Tiriti o Waitangi.
• Passion for quality teaching and learning.
• Confidence supporting the development of over 2-year-old tamariki.
• Interest in sustainability and environmental education.

If you're looking to join a centre where community, culture, sustainability, and belonging are valued every day, we'd love to hear from you.