Qualified Teacher (BestStart Welcome Bay)
About us:
Start Here. Grow Here.
BestStart Welcome Bay is seeking a passionate and dedicated Qualified and Certificated Teacher to join our warm and welcoming team.
As you step through the door, you’ll feel strong connections, a sense of belonging and genuine, respectful interactions. We value whanaungatanga, with collaboration and open communication at the heart of our daily practice.
Our beautiful centre is located beside the estuary in Welcome Bay, providing a natural environment that inspires curiosity and learning. Tamariki love discovering the birds, insects and wildlife around us, creating endless opportunities to explore and learn about the natural world.
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. We are pleased to announce that BestStart has opted into FULL pay parity!
Other benefits include:
- A supportive teacher mentoring and induction programme
- 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
- Leadership programme for current and future leaders
- Discounted childcare
- Refer a Qualified Teacher and receive $2000*
Your health and wellbeing are our priority, we offer:
- Subsidised health insurance (eligibility criteria apply)
- 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:
We’re looking for an enthusiastic Teacher who is committed to making a meaningful difference in the lives of young learners.
You’ll be part of a team that builds strong relationships with tamariki and whānau, creating a home-away-from-home environment where every child is known and valued. You’ll have opportunities to extend learning through our natural surroundings while supporting each child’s individual interests, aspirations and development.
This is a permanent, full-time position working 40 hours per week, Monday-Friday.
Role requirements:
We are looking for someone who has:
- B Ed/Dip Teaching Level 7 (ECE or Primary) and current Teacher Certification
- A passion for teaching and learning
- Strong relationship-building and communication skills
- Good understanding of child-led curriculum, planning and extending children’s learning
- Knowledge of current ECE Regulations and Te Whāriki
- A strong commitment to Te Tiriti o Waitangi through pedagogical practice
- A collaborative, positive and team-focused approach
How to Apply: Click Apply now and join a team where relationships, belonging and learning are at the heart of everything we do. We can’t wait to welcome you to BestStart Welcome Bay!
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