Unregistered Relief Teacher | Busy Bees

PEG2 Limited; Christchurch; On-site; NZD 34,000 - 52,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Supportive leadership

Subsidised childcare

Annual flu vaccinations

Career development opportunities

Job summary

Busy Bees Aotearoa is seeking Registered and Unregistered Relief Kaiako to support Christchurch centres. As a Relief Teacher, you’ll enjoy flexible days and hours, contributing to a welcoming environment while developing skills with experienced educators.

Join a supportive whanau, access development opportunities, and experience variety across rooms and age groups. You’ll be part of a team that values energy, adaptability, and a patient, caring approach with tamariki.

Qualifications

• Must be a registered or unregistered kaiako with a genuine heart for nurturing and supporting tamariki.
• Able to adapt quickly to new routines and spaces, with a positive, professional attitude.
• Experience with play-based learning and relational guidance is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Guide daily activities and support play-based learning.
• Provide consistency and positive energy as you move between centres and rooms.
• Help tamariki feel safe, confident, and free to explore in a child-centred environment.

Skills

Kaiako registration

Flexibility

Relational care

Team collaboration

Job description

Join the Busy Bees relief whanau! We're looking for Registered and Unregistered Relief Kaiako to support our Christchurch centres. As a Relief Teacher, you'll enjoy the flexibility and variety that comes with supporting a welcoming centre, while developing your skills alongside experienced educators. Backed by the wider Busy Bees Aotearoa whanau, you'll have access to ongoing support, opportunities to grow, and the chance to make a real difference every day.

Why Us? | Hei aha matou?

Choose the days and hours that work best for your lifestyle or study. Access supportive leadership, access subsidised childcare and development opportunities We cover the costs of your annual flu vaccinations Enjoy rewarding mahi without the admin load or planning requirements of a permanent role. Gain experience across rooms and age groups. Join a team that genuinely appreciates the energy and support relievers bring to our whanau.

The Opportunity | Te Aheinga

Help guide daily activities, engage in play-based learning, and offer relational support. Provide consistency and good energy as you slot into each new space. Work alongside professional teams that value the fresh perspective you provide. Support tamariki to feel safe, confident, and free to explore. Help keep the day steady and child-centred across the centre

About You | Mou

Be a registered or unregistered kaiako with a genuine heart for nurturing, caring for, and supporting our little ones. Possess a genuine heart for nurturing, caring for, and supporting our little ones. Stay adaptable, quick to pick up new routines, and happy to help where needed most. Stay anchored under pressure and enjoy being part of a professional, supportive culture.

Applicants must have the right to work in New Zealand

Why Work for Busy Bees?

If you’re passionate about early learning, Busy Bees is the place to be. Although we are part of a global organisation, our company was founded by three families looking for better, more enriching childcare. Three decades later, we still keep the same values at heart. We know that we couldn’t do what we do without the important people in our teams. We invest in our people and work with them to build career pathways that inspire. Join our whānau If you’re looking for a new centre to call home, Busy Bees Aotearoa may be the perfect fit for you! Early Childhood Education attracts a special type of person. You might be known for being creative, nurturing or task focused… but ultimately, you were attracted to Early Childhood Education because you care deeply for the education of the littlest members of our communities. We understand this because this is what attracted us too. We want to gather people who care deeply about quality and empower people to bring their unique gifts and talents together for the benefit of our tamariki. We value each member of our team, and know that by supporting you in your journey, you’ll be the positive and supportive influence in theirs. Across the variety of our centres and Support Office we’re looking for passionate, dedicated, and committed people who love what they do. Have a look at our latest opportunities, we’d love to hear from you.