About Us:
Our beautiful rural Centre is nestled in the heart of Waikite Valley, just a 25-minute drive from Rotorua. We are a small, close-knit team of three who work closely together to support a vibrant and caring community. We follow a Kindy model with a Reggio-inspired lens, and we pride ourselves on creating a program that is driven by the children’s interests. Our space is unique, and we are dedicated to providing a supportive and dynamic environment for both our tamariki and staff.
Why choose us?
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Here at BestStart we are committed to being a progressive and adaptable leader in the ECE sector where our Teachers are recognised for the positive difference they make in children’s lives.
Our benefits include:
- Learning through Whare Ako our online learning platform
- Want to learn something new? We will support you in taking your career to the next level
- Refer a Qualified Teacher and receive $2000*
- Discounted childcare
Your health and wellbeing are our priority, we offer:
- Subsidised health insurance with Southern Cross*
- Free annual flu vaccinations
- Confidential counselling through EAP
- Wellbeing programme.
- Sick days available from the day you start
- One week additional leave for 10 years long service recognition
About the role:
As a Caregiver, you will support our daily classroom routines and assist in lesson delivery, helping to create engaging, child-led learning experiences. You will engage with our tamariki in a positive, patient, and encouraging manner. While formal teaching qualifications are not required, we are looking for someone with a passion for early childhood education and a commitment to supporting the development of young children. Any previous experience or enthusiasm for this field would be advantageous. We are a flexible and collaborative team, so we’d love for you to be open to professional development opportunities and adaptable in how we function as a team.
This is a part time school hour opportunity, but flexibility to work extra hours might be required from time to time.
Here’s what you’ll do on a day-to day basis:
- Provide amazing care and education to our tamariki
- Champion the team spirit and engage in activities that empower and extend tamariki’s learning
- Fully participate in centre activities across all classrooms and cover staff breaks where necessary
- Support centre operations at all levels
Role requirements:
Commit to making a difference in the lives of young learners with a team dedicated to excellence. An ECE qualification is not required for this role, but a natural affinity with children – especially infants and toddlers, and experience working with children under five is a must. You’ll also have a high level of initiative and an ability to take direction from others.
How to Apply:
Click Apply now and be part of a team that embraces growth, collaboration, and the joy of teaching.
