ECE Teacher (Reliever)

Anglican Care Waiapu; Hastings; On-site; NZD 36,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full pay parity

First Aid renewal costs

Professional development opportunities

Inclusive working environment

Job summary

Anglican Care Waiapu is seeking an energetic and experienced ECE Teacher to join our reliever pool at Waiapu Kids St Matthew’s in Hastings. This casual role covers absences, with hours 7:45am to 5:00pm, Monday to Friday.

You will create child-led, play-based learning spaces, build strong relationships with tamariki and whānau, and contribute to Te Tiriti-based practice and Te Whāriki knowledge. A recognised ECE qualification and full NZ teacher registration are required.

Qualifications

• Full NZ teacher registration and a recognised ECE qualification.
• Confidence in planning and implementing a child-led, play based curriculum.
• Thrives in a team environment where innovation, connection and equity are encouraged.
• Commitment to Te Tiriti based practice, Te Reo and Tikanga Māori or a willingness to grow in this space.
• Strong knowledge of Te Whāriki and the ability to plan and assess for children’s learning. Strong teaching practice.

Skills

Child-led learning

Team collaboration

Te Tiriti based practice

Education

NZ teacher registration

ECE qualification

Job description

Mō tēnei tūranga | About the role

Waiapu Kids St Matthew’s is a nurturing early learning centre grounded in respectful, bi-cultural child-led learning. Our environment encourages curiosity, creativity and connection – where tamariki and whānau flourish together, all underpinned by our vision of te oranga ake – flourishing together.

We are looking for an energetic and experienced ECE Teacher to join our reliever pool. You will be working on a casual basis and are looking for people who are available Monday to Friday between the hours of 7.45am to 5.00pm to cover for absences.

We’re looking for someone who:

• Is passionate about creating inspiring learning spaces for tamariki to grow
• Has strengths in creating thoughtful individual learning plans
• Can build strong and lasting relationships with tamariki, whānau and the wider community

Ta matou e tuku | What we offer

We offer a supportive and fun working environment led through our values of aroha, rongo and hari. Additionally, we offer:

• Great pay – we offer full pay parity
• First Aid renewal costs
• Great professional development opportunities
• An inclusive and welcoming working environment

Nga Pukenga me te Wheako |Skills and Experience

To be successful you will have:

• Full NZ teacher registration and a recognised ECE qualification
• Confidence in planning and implementing a child-led, play based curriculum
• Thrives in a team environment where innovation, connection and equity are encouraged
• Commitment to Te Tiriti based practice, Te Reo and Tikanga Māori or a willingness to grow in this space
• Strong knowledge of Te Whāriki and the ability to plan and assess for children’s learning. Strong teaching practice.

Mō mātou | About us

Waiapu Kids St Matthew’s is part of Anglican Care Waiapu (ACW) – the social services arm of Anglican Diocese of Waiapu. ACW provides faith-based services to children, young people families/whānau and older people throughout Bay of Plenty, Tairāwhiti, Hawke’s Bay, and Tararua. The successful applicant will foster an environment that reflects the values and purpose of ACW.

To be considered you must have the right to work in Aotearoa New Zealand.

Applications close on the Friday 30th October 2026

Anglican Care Waiapu is committed to the safety and wellbeing of all children and young people. All applicants must complete a full NZ Police Check and reference checks in accordance with the Children’s Act 2020.

We are proud to be anequal opportunity employer, committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace.