Job Description

We are looking for anunregistered teacher or Teacher in Trainingwith a huge passion for early childhoodto joinour team.

Why Us? | Hei aha mātou?

Here we value the vibrant and supportive spirit of our Te Hāpara community. Joining the Busy Bees Aotearoa whānau gives you the professional stability of a national network within a local team that really knows and loves our Gisborne families. Every role is vital, whether you are facilitating sensory play in our nursery or taking our adventurous preschoolers on excursions to the nearby botanical gardens and Te Wiremu. We work together to weave the pillars of Hauora into our daily curriculum, ensuring our tamariki and staff feel supported

The Opportunity | Te Āheinga

• Bringing the curriculum to life through daily experimentation, play, and innovation.

• Providing high-quality, nurturing care so our tamarikifeelsafe, warm, and loved.

• Creating a relaxed, supportive atmosphere where every child's holistic needs are met.

• Building strong, positive relationships with our learners and their whānau.

• Capturing the magic of each child's journey to share with their families.

About You | Mōu

• A warm, approachable nature that makes our whānau and tamariki feel truly at home.

• Plenty of initiative and a proactive "can-do" spirit to keep our daily flow moving.

• Great communicationskills 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.

• Real integrity and warmth in every interaction with our team and families

Why Join Our Team? | He aha koe i hono ai ki tōmātoutīma?

• Mentoring and coaching through our dedicatedteacher intrainingprogramme

• Regular professional development to fuel your passion and career growth.

• The backing of a national network that empowers you to reach your full potential.

• Discountedchildcare for your own family along with staff uniforms.

• Access to a monthly staff wellbeing budget and EAP services, and annual flu vaccinations.

Join a collaborative team where your unique skills are celebrated and whanaungatanga is at the heart of our mahi. Send through your CV and cover letter today.

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.