Our whānau focussed centre is looking for a warm and nurturing Kaiako to work alongside our fun and inclusive team in our Pukeko Room. If you're passionate about the care and education of tamariki aged 3 to 4 years, we’d love to meet you and show you around our lovely and supportive centre.
What We Offer:
Full pay parity
Access to our mental health and wellbeing hub, plus EAP support
Ongoing professional development to grow your career
Dedicated leadership development opportunities
50% childcare fees for your child
The Role:
Part time, Monday to Friday 9am to 3pm. Fixed Term Maternity Cover (11 May 2026 to 6 November 2026)
ECE qualified and registered Teacher with a current NZ provisional or full practising certificate, or a newly qualified teacher awaiting registration
NZ residency or a valid NZ work visa is a pre-requisite
About You:
You’re an experienced Kaiako who:
Embraces the local curriculum with enthusiasm
Creates inspiring, engaging environments for tamariki
Builds strong partnerships with parents and whānau
Delivers fun-filled learning experiences
Practices respectful care as a core teaching value
Understands the developmental and emotional needs of preschoolers
We are seeking a vibrant and enthusiastic kaiako to join our supportive and inclusive team. If you you have a good understanding of the developmental and emotional needs of preschoolers and are passionate about creating a safe, nurturing, and engaging environment where tamariki can thrive, we’d love to hear from you.
Click on this link for details about our centre: Woolston Centre
We are an Accredited employer.
Since 1972, Kindercare Learning Centres in New Zealand has been proudly New Zealand owned and operated, providing care and education for babies, toddlers and preschoolers. With centres in New Zealand’s major cities (Auckland, Christchurch, Wellington, Hamilton and Palmerston North), when it comes to outstanding full and part time care and education, Kindercare is a trusted name in local communities. Our values form the foundation of our commitment to keep each child entrusted to us Safe, Loved and Learning. Our centres are open Monday to Friday throughout the year, except for NZ statutory holidays.
Because each child matters, Kindercare’s team are intentional in how they create joy-filled environments that encourage movement and exploration, nurture relationships that are loving and responsive, and foster each child’s self-esteem and competence. Our Early Childhood Educators work in partnership with parents, to enable us to develop each child’s full potential.
