Lead ECE Registered Teacher & Team Leader

Busy Bees; Cambridge; On-site; NZD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full Pay Parity for kaiako

Pathways to Leadership course

National network support

Wellbeing budgets & EAP services

Registration mentoring meetings

Discounted childcare

Paid first aid

Annual flu vaccinations

Staff uniforms

Job summary

Busy Bees Cambridge is seeking an ECE Registered Teacher / Team Leader to provide high-quality care and education for tamariki in our nature-inspired centre. You will plan and guide the developmental journeys of each child using Te Whāriki as a foundation, while leading and mentoring the centre team.

We value strong relationships with families, ongoing professional development, and a culture of continuous improvement. Join a supportive, wellbeing-focused environment with clear career pathways.

Qualifications

• Holds a Level 7 ECE or Primary qualification and current registration.
• Values child-led discovery and pedagogical excellence in their practice.
• Demonstrates strong partnership with families/whānau and te ao Māori.

Responsibilities

• Provide high quality care and education for tamariki enrolled at the centre.
• Plan and guide the developmental journey of each tamaiti using Te Whāriki as a foundation.
• Implement the curriculum while bringing your own creative ideas to the daily programme.
• Build strong and authentic relationships with families and whānau.
• Maintain a high standard of physical care and hygiene throughout the day.
• Foster a welcoming and cooperative working atmosphere with the team.
• Engage in ongoing professional development to keep your practice current and transformative.

Skills

Leadership

Team leadership

Relationship building

Professional development

Te Whāriki knowledge

Education

Level 7 ECE or Primary qualification

Job description

Busy Bees Cambridge is seeking an ECE Registered Teacher / Team Leader to provide high-quality care and education for tamariki in our nature-inspired centre. You will plan and guide the developmental journeys of each child using Te Whāriki as a foundation, while leading and mentoring the centre team.

We value strong relationships with families, ongoing professional development, and a culture of continuous improvement. Join a supportive, wellbeing-focused environment with clear career pathways.