Kaiwhakaako - Tairua

Central Kids; Tairua; On-site; NZD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An early childhood education provider in Tairua is looking for a Kaiwhakaako to lead teams in supporting tamariki and whānau. The ideal candidate should be a strong leader dedicated to cultural advocacy and fostering community relationships. Applicants must hold a level 7 teaching qualification and a current practising certificate. The position offers opportunities for professional development and the chance to make a significant impact in the lives of children.

Qualifications

• Strong confident leader dedicated to tamariki.
• Understanding of child protection culture is essential.
• Commitment to Te Reo Māori me ona Tikanga.

Responsibilities

• Lead teams to support tamariki and whānau.
• Foster community relationships.
• Promote health and safety within the organization.

Skills

Leadership

Advocacy for tamariki

Cultural awareness

Community relationships

Growth mindset

Education

Level 7 Teaching qualification specialising in ECE

Job description

Overview

Central Kids Tairua

Kaiwhakaako | Permanent | Full-time

We are looking for a determined and ambitious leader to join our teams in supporting tamariki and whānau to achieve their full potential.

Ko wai tatou? | Who are we?

Ko ngā tamariki te pūtake | children are central to all that we do.

Me tiaki, me manaaki i te taiao | Protect and enhance the environment.

Manaakitanga | Encourage mana in others through care, generosity, and goodwill.

Kotahitanga | Connectedness in collaboration

Te arataki ā-tikanga rua | Bicultural leadership

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 kaiako 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 Teachers', Head Teachers', and Senior Teachers' Collective Agreement (KTCA).

Ko wai koe? | Who are you?

We Are Looking For Someone Who

• is a strong confident leader
• actively advocates for tamariki
• understands Te Tiriti o Waitangi based partnerships with tamariki and whānau
• demonstrates a commitment to Te Reo Māori me ona Tikanga
• embraces a culture of strong health, safety, aroha, mana, tiaki, and manaaki
• has an awareness of the culture of child protection
• is dedicated to supporting the social and emotional growth of tamariki
• is willing to create and maintain strong relationships with the wider community and outside agencies
• demonstrates a growth mindset

Requirements For This Role

• entitled to work in Aotearoa, New Zealand
• level 7 Teaching qualification specialising in ECE
• hold a current practising certificate
• hold a valid first aid certification - level 1 or higher

We welcome your application via the Bamboo link, please do not apply directly via email. Applications will be reviewed and processed as they are received, so please apply promptly.

Please forward any enquiries to Ali Brown, HR Advisor EML [e-mail] or TEL [phone] ext 2.

Closing date: 9/10/2025

Kaiwhakaako - Position Description.pdf