Fixed Term -Team Leader

Grow Active Welles St; Christchurch; On-site; NZD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full pay parity rates

Supportive management

Fun-loving, happy, supportive team

First aid and teacher registration

Low ratios and rituals

Subsidised childcare

Teacher Only Time - 4x per year

Job summary

Grow Active Welles St in Christchurch is seeking a qualified Team Leader for a fixed-term maternity cover. You will oversee two nursery classrooms, mentor teachers, and contribute to the curriculum in a busy early learning centre.

The role requires leadership experience, initiative, and a sense of humour. Flexible hours are available, and you will be part of a supportive, professional team dedicated to high-quality care for babies and toddlers.

Qualifications

• Must be a qualified and registered teacher.
• Leadership experience is required.
• Strong communication and organisational skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee two nursery classrooms.
• Support and mentor the teachers.
• Contribute to all areas of the curriculum and foster a positive learning environment.

Education

Teaching qualification/registration

Job description

Jora New Zealand will close on 9th September 2026. Thank you for being with us, we are cheering you on as you continue your career journey.

Grow Active Welles St – Christchurch, South Island

We are a fun-loving, professional, happy and hard-working team who are looking for a specialperson to teach in our centre.

The position is for a fixed term maternity cover Team Leader role working with our babies, the successful applicant must be qualified and hold a relevant qualification, and have experience in leadership. We are looking for a person who has a sense of humor, initiative and drive.

We are a purpose-built centre with 4 different learning spaces for each age group, so children can learn at their own pace, in a safe space and have time to explore. The Team Leader will be responsible for overseeing our two nursery classrooms, supporting and mentoring the teachers, and passionate about working with our youngest.

What we can offer

• Full pay parity rates.
• Supportive management who loves to see everyone succeed.
• Fun-loving, happy, supportive, flexible team.
• First aid and teacher registration.
• Low ratios and beautiful rituals.
• Subsidised childcare if needed.
• Teacher Only Time - 4x per year.

What you can offer

• Qualified and registered teacher.
• Passionate about working with children.
• Strong work ethic.
• Likes to have fun in their day with children and staff.
• Effective communication and organisation.
• Flexibility in hours of work (8 hour shifts, between 7:30-5:30).
• Willingness to be a full part of the team and contribute to all areas of the curriculum.

Grow Active Welles StNZ

Physical address:
12 Welles St, Christchurch