About the Role:
We are excited to announce opportunities for amazing Qualified Teachers to join our BestStart team across centres in Whangarei in 2025!
If you’re passionate about early childhood education and eager to make a difference in young lives, we want to hear from you. At BestStart, we are committed to fostering a supportive and inspiring environment where both teachers and children can thrive.
Join us in shaping the future, creating meaningful connections with tamariki and whānau, and working within a team that values diversity, growth, and collaboration.
If you're ready to embark on a fulfilling journey in early education, BestStart is the perfect place to grow your career in 2025!
We have permanent positions available working 40 hours per week Monday-Friday.
Role requirements:
Commit to making a difference in the lives of young learners with a team dedicated to excellence. We are looking for the following:
- B Ed/Dip Teaching Level 7 (ECE) and current teacher registration/certification
- Good understanding of child-led curriculum, planning and extending on our children's learning
- Demonstrate good knowledge of the current ECE Regulations, Te Whariki and hold compliance in a high regard
- A strong commitment to Te Tiriti o Waitangi through pedagogical practices
- Passion and commitment for teaching and learning with a focus on delivering quality
Why choose us?
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. We are delighted to have opted into Full Pay Parity!
Other benefits include:
- A supportive teacher mentoring and induction programme
- Online 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
- Leadership programme for current and future leaders
- Refer a Qualified Teacher and receive $2000*
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
*Conditions apply
About us:
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.
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!