ECE Unregistered Teacher

Busy Bees Terrace End; Manawatū-Whanganui; On-site; NZD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Staff uniforms

Mentoring & coaching

Professional development

Subsidised childcare

Flu vaccinations

EAP services

National organisation support

Job summary

Busy Bees Terrace End in Palmerston North, Manawatu/Whanganui, invites applications for an Unregistered Teacher on a 32-hour week fixed-term contract ending 30 July 2027. You will support Te Whāriki curriculum delivery, nurture tamariki, and build strong relationships with whānau in a welcoming centre.

We value initiative, integrity and a proactive approach to learning, with mentoring, staff uniforms, and access to professional development as part of a supportive national organisation.

Qualifications

• Generates positive relationships with children, whānau, colleagues and community.
• Shows initiative and a proactive approach to learning.
• Maintains integrity, professionalism and care in all interactions.

Responsibilities

• Support the delivery of a curriculum guided by Te Whāriki.
• Provide nurturing, responsive care that helps tamariki feel safe and valued.
• Foster an inclusive environment where every child can thrive.
• Build positive relationships with children, whānau, colleagues, and the wider community.
• Help maintain a safe, engaging, and well-resourced learning environment.
• Assist with documenting and celebrating children's learning and development.

Skills

Relationship building

Initiative

Integrity

Belonging

Job description

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About the role

Join Busy Bees Terrace End, where your passion for early childhood education will be encouraged, nurtured, and supported. Our spacious, purpose-built centre is home to a welcoming team of experienced kaiako who are committed to helping aspiring teachers grow in confidence and capability. This is a fantastic opportunity to gain hands-on experience, build meaningful relationships, and contribute to creating positive learning experiences for tamariki.

This is a fixed-term role until July 2027, working 32 hours per week.

• Dedicated Teacher in Training programme with mentoring and coaching
• Staff uniforms provided
• Supportive leadership team and ongoing professional development opportunities
• Subsidised childcare
• Annual flu vaccinations and access to EAP services
• Be part of a respected national organisation with established systems and support

About the role

As an Unregistered Teacher, you will:

• Support the delivery of a curriculum guided by Te Whāriki
• Provide nurturing, responsive care that helps tamariki feel safe, secure, and valued
• Foster an inclusive environment where every child can thrive
• Build positive relationships with children, whānau, colleagues, and the wider community
• Help maintain a safe, engaging, and well‑resourced learning environment
• Assist with documenting and celebrating children's learning and development

About you

We're looking for someone who:

• Has a genuine passion for supporting children's learning and development
• Builds positive relationships through warm and authentic communication
• Demonstrates initiative and a proactive approach to learning
• Acts with integrity, professionalism, and care
• Creates a welcoming environment where children and whānau feel a strong sense of belonging

Applicants must have the right to work in New Zealand.

Position Full-time, Fixed-term (16 Nov 2026 to 30 Jul 2027)

Reason for fixed-term position Maternity Leave cover

Region Manawatu/Whanganui

Employer

Busy Bees Terrace End

104 - 110 Napier Road, Terrace End, Palmerston North