ECE Caregiver (BestStart Te Awamutu)
About us:
At BestStart Te Awamutu we believe that the role of the teacher is to excite the natural curiosity of children, by nurturing the seeds of our community. Through play-based learning, we empower children to develop independence, responsibility, creative thinking and a passion for lifelong learning. At our centre you will find a welcoming, warm atmosphere where whānau and the community play an important part in centre life. We love to celebrate all the cultures and acknowledge their importance. We are seeking a passionate Caregiver to join our nursery team. Our focus is to provide quality education to the children in our community.
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.
Our benefits include:
- 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
- Refer a Qualified Teacher and receive $2000*
- Discounted childcare
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
About the Role:
This position will be in our Seedlings room working with tamariki aged 2-5 years old. This room is a home away from home for our infants and toddlers where they are nurtured and cared for with respect and love. We believe that building strong and trusting relationships is essential to our children’s wellbeing, sense of belonging and learning. We begin to foster these relationships with our children and whānau through our primary caregiving practice where children learn to interact and build close relationships with others.
As a caregiver at BestStart, you will have the incredible opportunity to make a positive impact on the lives of young children, providing them with a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment. We believe in fostering a love for learning, creativity, and exploration in our tamariki. At BestStart, we value our caregivers and provide ongoing support and professional development opportunities. We believe in creating a positive and inclusive work environment where everyone can thrive and grow.
Reporting to our Centre Manager and working within a close-knit team you will be joining a dedicated team of Teachers who provide quality care and education to our tamariki.
Here’s what you’ll do on a day-to day basis:
- Provide amazing care and education to our tamariki
- Champion the team spirit and engage in activities that empower and extend tamariki learning
- Fully participate in centre activities across all classrooms and cover staff breaks where necessary
- Support centre operations at all levels
This is a full-time permanent position, with the flexibility of being able to offer the right candidate 32-40 hours per week, over 4 or 5 days.
Role requirements:
Commit to making a difference in the lives of young learners with a team dedicated to excellence. An ECE qualification is not required for this role, but a natural affinity with children – especially infants and toddlers, and experience working with children under five is a must. You’ll also have a high level of initiative and an ability to take direction from others.
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 Te Awamutu !
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