Reliever Teacher - Timaru

Qjumpers; Canterbury; On-site; NZD 42,000 - 59,000; Full time

Job summary

BestStart Timaru is seeking a Reliever Teacher to support our NZ teaching teams across Timaru centres, including Temuka and Pleasant Point. You will engage tamariki in daily learning experiences and provide cover for permanent staff, fostering learning in a warm, community-focused setting.

The role offers exposure to multiple centres, with leadership support and opportunities for professional growth within a collaborative team.

Qualifications

• A New Zealand ECE or Primary Teaching Qualification (Level 7 or above).
• NZ Teaching Council Registration (Provisional or Full).
• NZQA Assessment for overseas qualifications (if applicable).
• Eligibility to work in New Zealand.

Responsibilities

• Reliever Teacher responsibilities include supporting permanent staff and engaging tamariki in daily learning experiences.
• Build relationships across multiple centres and support learning across Timaru sites.

Education

NZ Teaching Qualification (ECE or Primary) Level 7+

Job description

Shape Your Teaching Career with our BestStart Timaru Centres.

Are you a New Zealand registered teacher (ECE or Primary) looking to accelerate your career, find genuine work-life balance, and make a real impact? BestStart has an exciting opportunity for you. Our Timaru centres offer close-knit communities, great local amenities, and easy access to both the outdoors and Christchurch. We have four centres across Timaru, including Temuka and Pleasant Point each with supportive leadership and dedicated teams.

About the Role

As a Reliever Teacher, you’ll bring fresh energy into our centres, supporting permanent staff and engaging tamariki in daily learning experiences. Each day brings something new, with the opportunity to build relationships across multiple centres.

Why Join Us

• Professional growth through development programmes and leadership pathways
• Flexibility and variety across different centre environments
• A supportive, innovative team that recognises your contribution

What You’ll Need

• A New Zealand ECE or Primary Teaching Qualification (Level 7 or above)
• NZ Teaching Council Registration (Provisional or Full)
• NZQA Assessment for overseas qualifications
• Eligibility to work in New Zealand

Reliever Teacher - Timaru • Timaru - Canterbury