About the role:
We’re looking for a passionate and experienced Head Teacher to lead our Infants Room at BestStart Omahu! The ideal candidate will bring not only a strong background in working with under-twos, but also experience leading a team, fostering a positive and productive work culture. At BestStart Omahu, we believe that aroha and kindness are at the heart of everything we do, and we are committed to creating a warm, friendly, and inviting environment where both children and staff feel supported and valued.
The Head Teacher will be instrumental in guiding our team in this space, ensuring each team member is empowered to thrive, collaborate, and contribute their best. You will create a fun, inclusive team culture that promotes professional growth, teamwork, and shared success. Your leadership skills will help inspire and motivate the team, enabling them to provide the best possible care and education for our tamariki.
Building strong, trusting relationships with children and families is essential in our centre, and this role will play a key part in fostering those connections. Our under-two's space is licensed for 35 tamariki across 2 rooms, and we are now seeking a second Head Teacher to join our team and support this wonderful age group. If you are passionate about early childhood education and leadership, and you want to make a positive impact in a supportive, values-driven environment, we would love to hear from you!
This is a permanent fulltime position working 40 hours per week Monday-Friday
Role requirements: We're looking for a natural leader who shares our values and vision who has a good understanding of programme planning and assessment as well as a drive and passion for growth.
As well as:
- B Ed/Dip Teaching Level 7 (ECE) and current Teacher Certification
- A strong understanding of programme planning, pedagogy and curriculum
- Good knowledge of the current ECE Regulations, Te Whariki and hold compliance in a high regard
- Passion and commitment for teaching and learning with a focus on delivering quality
Why work For BestStart?
Here at BestStart we are committed to being a progressive and responsive leader in the ECE sector where our Teachers are recognised for the positive difference they make in children’s lives.
We offer a great benefits package to our people which includes:
- BestStart has opted into FULL pay parity
- Discounted childcare
- Subsidised health insurance
- Leadership programmes for current and future leaders
- Multiple career pathways with wrap around support to help you grow your career, your way
- Fully funded Teacher Certification
- Refer a Qualified Teacher and receive $2000*
- One week additional leave for 10 years long service recognition
Our Organisation:
At BestStart, we’re leaders in the early childhood sector, we make a difference and we love what we do. We provide high-quality early education and award-winning childcare for infants, toddlers, and preschoolers.Our focus is to provide quality education to the children in our community. Joining BestStart means joining a whanau. It is a place where innovation thrives and where we celebrate the wins - big and small! Bring your unique self to work. It doesn't matter who you are, if you're passionate about making a difference, you belong here. Help us provide the highest quality care and education for our tamariki.
How to Apply: Click Apply now and be part of a team that embraces growth, collaboration, and the joy of teaching. We can't wait to welcome you to BestStart Omahu!
