ECE Relief Teacher | Busy Bees Dargaville

PEG3 Limited; Dargaville; On-site; NZD 39,000 - 50,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Supportive leadership

Subsidised childcare

First Aid certification covered

flu vaccinations covered

Flexible hours

Job summary

Busy Bees Dargaville is seeking relief teachers to join our whānau and support tamariki across rooms with a play-based approach. You’ll enjoy flexible days and hours, work within a welcoming team, and gain valuable experience in a nurturing early childhood setting.

Applicants can be registered or unregistered kaiako with a genuine heart for caring for and supporting our tamariki. NZ residency or valid work visa is required, and you’ll join a culture that values wellbeing and sustainability.

Qualifications

• Be a registered or unregistered kaiako with a genuine heart for nurturing, caring for, and supporting our little ones.
• Stay adaptable and quick to pick up new routines, and happy to help where needed most.

Responsibilities

• Help guide daily activities, engage in play-based learning, and offer relational support.
• Provide consistency and good energy as you slot into each new space.
• Work alongside professional teams to support tamariki to feel safe and confident.

Skills

Relief teaching

Childcare support

Early childhood education

Education

Registered or unregistered kaiako

Job description

Join our relief teacher whānau at Busy Bees Dargaville. Set against a beautiful rural backdrop, our centre is a nurturing and inspiring place where tamariki, whānau, and kaiako thrive. As part of the Busy Bees Aotearoa family, you'll be supported by a welcoming team, strong professional networks, and a culture that values wellbeing, sustainability, and meaningful relationships. Enjoy the flexibility of relief teaching while making a real difference in the lives of tamariki every day.

Why Us? | Hei aha matou?

• Choose the days and hours that work best for your lifestyle or study.
• Access supportive leadership, access subsidised childcare and development opportunities.
• We cover the costs of your annual flu vaccinations and First Aid certification.
• Enjoy rewarding mahi without the admin load or planning requirements of a permanent role.
• Gain experience across rooms and age groups.
• Join a team that genuinely appreciates the energy and support relievers bring to our whanau.

The Opportunity | Te Aheinga

Help guide daily activities, engage in play-based learning, and offer relational support. Provide consistency and good energy as you slot into each new space. Work alongside professional teams that value the fresh perspective you provide. Support tamariki to feel safe, confident, and free to explore. Help keep the day steady and child-centred across the centre.

About You | Mou

• Be a registered or unregistered kaiako with a genuine heart for nurturing, caring for, and supporting our little ones.
• Be a registered or unregistered kaiako with a genuine heart for nurturing, caring for, and supporting our little ones.
• Stay adaptable, quick to pick up new routines, and happy to help where needed most.
• Stay anchored under pressure and enjoy being part of a professional, supportive culture.

Applicants must hold NZ residency or a valid NZ work visa.

Why Work for Busy Bees?

If you’re passionate about early learning, Busy Bees is the place to be. Although we are part of a global organisation, our company was founded by three families looking for better, more enriching childcare. Three decades later, we still keep the same values at heart. We know that we couldn’t do what we do without the important people in our teams. We invest in our people and work with them to build career pathways that inspire.

Join our whānau If you’re looking for a new centre to call home, Busy Bees Aotearoa may be the perfect fit for you! Early Childhood Education attracts a special type of person. You might be known for being creative, nurturing or task focused… but ultimately, you were attracted to Early Childhood Education because you care deeply for the education of the littlest members of our communities. We understand this because this is what attracted us too. We want to gather people who care deeply about quality and empower people to bring their unique gifts and talents together for the benefit of our tamariki. We value each member of our team, and know that by supporting you in your journey, you’ll be the positive and supportive influence in theirs. Across the variety of our centres and Support Office we’re looking for passionate, dedicated, and committed people who love what they do. Have a look at our latest opportunities, we’d love to hear from you!