Job Description

Join the team at Busy Bees Wellington Street and start your early childhood education journey in a centre where community, connection, and growth come first. As part of our close-knit Gisborne team, you'll enjoy the warmth of a small-town centre culture, backed by the support and opportunities of a nationwide network.

With supportive leadership, ongoing development, and a collaborative team environment, you'll be empowered to build your confidence, grow your skills, and take the next step in your ECE career.

This role is 29 hours per week.

Why Us? | Hei aha matou?

• We offer full Pay Parity and Staff Uniforms are provided
• Access supportive leadership, access subsidised childcare and development opportunities
• We cover the costs of your annual flu vaccinations and First Aid certification.
• Be part of a wider national network with established systems

The Opportunity | Te Aheinga

• Grow your career in a supportive community that values curiosity, exploration, and hands-on learning.
• Bring the curriculum to life through daily experimentation, play, and innovation.
• Provide high-quality, nurturing care so that our tamariki feel safe, warm, and loved.
• Create a relaxed, supportive atmosphere, where every child's holistic needs are met.
• Build strong, positive relationships with our learners and their whanau.
• Capture the magic of each child's journey, to share with their families.

About You | Mou

Previous experience in an ECE environment is an advantage, but we'll also consider candidates who demonstrate:

• An approachable nature that makes our whanau and tamariki feel truly at home.
• Plenty of initiative and a proactive "can-do" spirit to keep our daily flow moving.
• Great communication skills to build quick rapport with everyone in our community.
• A heart for following a child’s lead and a genuine drive to grow your own skills.
• Integrity in every interaction with our team and families.

How to Apply | Me pehea e tono ai

Please submit your CV and a cover letter outlining your experience and why this opportunity excites you.

Applicants must hold NZ residency or a valid NZ work visa

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.