Qualified Teacher (BestStart Prestons)
BestStart Prestons – Where Learning is Fun!
Are you a passionate and dedicated Qualified and Certificated Teacher looking to be part of a warm, energetic, and supportive team? At BestStart Prestons, learning is fun, relationships are at the heart of everything we do, and our tamariki thrive through a well-established, responsive, and emergent curriculum.
Nestled in the heart of the Prestons community, our centre is a place where children are encouraged to explore their interests, follow their curiosity, and develop a lifelong love of learning. We take pride in creating meaningful connections with whānau and fostering an environment where every child feels valued, capable, and excited to learn.
Our centre honours the rich history of the land on which we stand, a place once known for producing and sharing food within the wider community. We embrace this connection by teaching tamariki to appreciate, respect, and learn from the natural environment around them.
With four thoughtfully designed classrooms, each tailored to the developmental needs of different age groups, we provide engaging learning experiences that support every child’s individual journey. We are also proud to be an active part of the local community, with traditions such as our much-loved Halloween Cupcake Day and Gnome Hunts creating lasting memories for tamariki and whānau alike.
Why Choose Us?
At BestStart, we are committed to being a progressive and adaptable leader in the ECE sector, where our teachers are recognised and celebrated for the positive impact they make in children's lives. We are also proud to offer FULL Pay Parity.
Alongside a rewarding teaching career, you'll enjoy:
- A supportive teacher mentoring and induction programme
- Ongoing learning through Whare Ako, our online professional learning platform
- Career development opportunities tailored to your goals
- Leadership programmes for current and aspiring leaders
- Discounted childcare
- Refer a Qualified Teacher and receive $2,000*
- Subsidised health insurance*
- Free annual flu vaccinations
- Confidential counselling through EAP
- A comprehensive wellbeing programme
- Sick leave from your first day of employment
- One additional week of leave after 10 years of service
About the Role
This is a permanent position working 30–40 hours per week across 4 or 5 days.
We have flexibility for this role to be based in either our under 2s or over 2s age group, depending on where your passion and strengths lie. You'll join a collaborative teaching team that values play-based learning, strong relationships, and creating meaningful learning experiences for tamariki.
What We're Looking For
Our ideal candidate will have:
- BEd/Dip Teaching Level 7 (ECE) and current New Zealand Teaching Certification
- A strong understanding of child-led and emergent curriculum
- Confidence in planning for and extending children's learning
- Sound knowledge of ECE Regulations and Te Whāriki
- A commitment to maintaining high standards of compliance and quality practice
- A genuine commitment to Te Tiriti o Waitangi and culturally responsive pedagogy
- Passion, enthusiasm, and a commitment to delivering high-quality education and care
Apply Now: Join a team that celebrates learning, values collaboration, and genuinely enjoys making a difference in the lives of tamariki every day.
Click Apply Now and become part of the BestStart Prestons whānau – where learning is fun, relationships matter, and every day brings new opportunities to inspire.
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