Are you a New Zealand registered teacher (Primary or ECE) looking to accelerate your career, strive for success, and enjoy better work-life balance? BestStart Wellington has the perfect opportunity for you!

Wellington is full of culture, history, and opportunity. From the Beehive and Te Papa Museum to beautiful gardens and world-class hospitality, there’s always something to explore. With multiple BestStart centres across the city, all easily accessible by public transport or a short drive, you’ll have plenty of opportunities to work close to home.

About the Role

As a Reliever Teacher, you’ll play a key role in our centres, working alongside permanent staff to support Tamariki in their learning and development. You’ll bring initiative, flexibility, and a passion for teaching to a variety of classrooms. Every day is different, as you’ll have the opportunity to work across multiple centres, experiencing different philosophies and environments.

Why Choose BestStart

Career Growth – Access professional learning and development.
Progression Opportunities – Leadership pathways, permanent roles, and recognition.
Diverse Work Environments – Each centre has a unique culture and philosophy.

To be considered, you must have the following:

NZ ECE or Primary Teaching Qualification (BEd/Grad Dip, Level 7+).
NZ Teaching Council Registration (Provisional or Full).
NZQA Endorsement (for overseas qualifications at Level 7 or higher).
Eligibility to work in New Zealand.

At BestStart, we’re more than just a workplace – we’re a community. As New Zealand’s largest ECE provider, we are committed to making a difference in the lives of Tamariki. If you share our passion, you belong here! Click Apply Now to join a team that values growth, collaboration, and the joy of teaching. We look forward to welcoming you to BestStart Wellington!

Reliever Teacher

BestStart

Reliever Teacher

BestStart

Wellington

BestStart

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