Are you a passionate Kaiako who thrives on supporting tamariki in their final years before school? Join our warm and welcoming preschool team, where your creativity and care will help shape confident, capable learners ready for their next adventure.
What We Offer:
Full pay parity
10 days sick leave from your first day (T&Cs apply)
Fully funded Teacher registration
Mental health and wellbeing hub, plus EAP support
Career-advancing professional development
Focused leadership development
50% childcare fee discount for your child
The Position:
Permanent, full-time (40 hours/week)
ECE qualified and registered Teacher with a current NZ provisional or full practising certificate, or a teacher in training nearing completion of their qualification
Also suitable for a Primary School Teacher with a passion for new entrants and play-based learning
NZ residency or valid NZ work visa required
About You:
You’re a Kaiako who:
Brings enthusiasm for the local curriculum
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
If this sounds like you, apply now and become part of a supportive team committed to keeping tamariki safe, loved, and learning.
We are an Accredited employer.
Click on this link for details about our centre: Lincoln Road Centre
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.
