Kaiako Tautāwhi | Teacher Aide - Apanui

Central Kids; Whakatāne; On-site; NZD 32,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

Central Kids Apanui is seeking a motivated Kaiako Tautāwhi (Teacher Aide) for a permanent part-time role (27.5 hours/week) to support tamariki and whānau toward their full potential. The role focuses on nurturing wellbeing, learning, and safety within a culturally responsive team.

You will work with kaiako and whānau to implement te Whāriki, uphold Te Tiriti o Waitangi commitments, and create inclusive spaces where tamariki thrive.

Qualifications

• Passion for working with tamariki and whānau.
• Strong communication and teamwork.
• Adaptable and flexible in a supportive team.
• Understanding of Tiriti-based partnerships with tamariki and whānau.
• Commitment to Te Ao Māori, Te Tiriti o Waitangi, and Te Reo Māori me ona Tikanga.

Responsibilities

• Support tamariki in learning activities and routines.
• Assist kaiako in implementing Te Whāriki and inclusive practices.
• Collaborate with staff to create safe, engaging learning environments.

Skills

Passion for tamariki

Strong communication

Adaptable

Teamwork

Tiriti partnerships

Health & safety culture

Māori culture & Te Tiriti

Job description

Central Kids Apanui

Kaiako Tautāwhi - Teacher Aide | Permanent | Part-time - 27.5 hours per week

We are looking for a motivated and energetic teacher aide to join our team in supporting tamariki and whānau to achieve their full potential.

Ko wai tatou? | Who are we?

Manaakitanga | We welcome in and grow people

Kaitiakitanga | We nurture tamariki and their connection to te taiao

Kotahitanga | We work together, unified in our purpose

Rangatiratanga | We serve with courage and integrity

Kia haumaru We create safe and inclusive spaces

Kōkiri Hī ki Te Pae Tawhiti

Together we paddle with strength and unity towards a horizon where our tamariki shine as bright as Tamanuiterā

At Central Kids all tamariki are respected and included for who they are. We celebrate diversity so that all whānau feel welcome and supported. We are committed to upholding Te Tiriti o Waitangi partnerships, which we bring to life through our cultural strategy and determination to see Te Reo Māori me ona Tikanga thrive. Our kaimahi are respected and supported through ongoing professional development opportunities, to ensure we are always learning and improving our delivery of Te Whāriki.

Central Kids is a party to the Kindergarten Association Support Staff CollectiveAgreement (KASSCA).

Ko wai koe? | Who are you?

We are looking for a dedicated teacher aide who:

• has a passion for working alongside and advocating for tamariki
• has strong communication skills
• is adaptable and flexible
• can work effectively within a team and on their own
• have an understanding of tiriti based partnerships with tamariki and whānau
• embraces a culture of strong health, safety, aroha, mana, tiaki, and manaaki
• demonstrates a commitment to Te Ao Māori, Te Tiriti o Waitangi, and Te Reo Māori me ona Tikanga.

Requirements for this role:

• entitled to work in Aotearoa, New Zealand

For more information please email [e-mail]

Closing date: 19 November 2026 at 5:00pm

You can view the Position Description here:

https://www.centralkids.org.nz/kaiako-tautawhi