Educare Tamahere is seeking a passionate and capable ECE-qualified kaiako to join our team! This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to high-quality teaching and learning while taking on leadership, mentoring, and curriculum development responsibilities.
We're looking for someone passionate about children's learning and wellbeing, who builds meaningful relationships with whānau, and helps create inclusive environments where tamariki and kaiako can thrive.
About Us | Mō Mātou
Nau mai, haere mai ki Educare Tamahere. Mauria mai ō koutou whakaaro, wheako me tō wairua. Ka pai mātou ki te whakatau i a koe.
At Educare Tamahere, we are committed to creating a welcoming and nurturing environment where tamariki feel a strong sense of belonging and are supported to learn, grow, and thrive.
We value respectful relationships, meaningful partnerships with whānau, and a collaborative team culture. Through inclusive practice, learning through play, and connections with our wider community, we aim to create positive learning experiences where every child feels safe, valued, and supported.
About the Role | Mō Te Tūranga
We are looking for a committed and passionate Registered ECE Teacher who is ready to take on new challenges, contribute to curriculum development, lead effectively, and work collaboratively as part of a team.
You will play an important role in supporting high-quality early childhood education and ensuring every decision prioritises the care, safety, and wellbeing of our tamariki. You will help create inclusive environments where all children and whānau feel welcomed, valued, and connected.
You will also foster learning through play and everyday experiences, build strong partnerships with whānau, and develop positive local relationships that support all families to engage with their children's learning. Alongside your teaching responsibilities, you will mentor colleagues, strengthen teaching practice, and support continuous improvement across the centre.
This is a full-time, permanent position working 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday. You must be available to work rostered shifts across the centre's operating hours of 7:00 am - 6:00 pm.
Remuneration will be aligned with the Full Pay Parity scale and reflective of your recognised ECE qualification and experience.
Key Responsibilities
We are looking for someone who:
If you're passionate about high-quality early childhood education and want to make a meaningful difference in the lives of tamariki and whānau, we'd love to hear from you!
Click Apply Now and submit your CV along with a cover letter telling us why you're interested in joining Educare Tamahere and what you would bring to our team.
We're looking for someone passionate about children's learning and wellbeing, who builds meaningful relationships with whānau, and helps create inclusive environments where tamariki and kaiako can thrive.
About Us | Mō Mātou
Nau mai, haere mai ki Educare Tamahere. Mauria mai ō koutou whakaaro, wheako me tō wairua. Ka pai mātou ki te whakatau i a koe.
At Educare Tamahere, we are committed to creating a welcoming and nurturing environment where tamariki feel a strong sense of belonging and are supported to learn, grow, and thrive.
We value respectful relationships, meaningful partnerships with whānau, and a collaborative team culture. Through inclusive practice, learning through play, and connections with our wider community, we aim to create positive learning experiences where every child feels safe, valued, and supported.
About the Role | Mō Te Tūranga
We are looking for a committed and passionate Registered ECE Teacher who is ready to take on new challenges, contribute to curriculum development, lead effectively, and work collaboratively as part of a team.
You will play an important role in supporting high-quality early childhood education and ensuring every decision prioritises the care, safety, and wellbeing of our tamariki. You will help create inclusive environments where all children and whānau feel welcomed, valued, and connected.
You will also foster learning through play and everyday experiences, build strong partnerships with whānau, and develop positive local relationships that support all families to engage with their children's learning. Alongside your teaching responsibilities, you will mentor colleagues, strengthen teaching practice, and support continuous improvement across the centre.
This is a full-time, permanent position working 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday. You must be available to work rostered shifts across the centre's operating hours of 7:00 am - 6:00 pm.
Remuneration will be aligned with the Full Pay Parity scale and reflective of your recognised ECE qualification and experience.
Key Responsibilities
- Deliver a high-quality early childhood education programme aligned with Te Whāriki.
- Prioritise the care, safety, protection, and wellbeing of tamariki in everyday practice.
- Build warm, respectful, and trusting relationships with tamariki and whānau.
- Create inclusive environments where all children and whānau feel welcomed, valued, and connected.
- Foster learning through play, meaningful interactions, and everyday experiences.
- Build positive relationships with whānau and the wider community to support children's learning and participation.
- Lead curriculum planning and support responsive, culturally sustaining, and developmentally appropriate learning programmes.
- Mentor and support colleagues to strengthen teaching practice and team capability.
- Contribute to team meetings, self-review, reflective practice, and continuous improvement.
- Use research-informed strategies to enrich children's learning through play.
- Uphold Te Tiriti o Waitangi and promote culturally responsive practice.
- Follow centre policies, procedures, and health and safety requirements.
We are looking for someone who:
- Holds a recognised Early Childhood Education (ECE) teaching qualification and a current New Zealand Practising Certificate. A primary teaching qualification alone will not meet the qualification requirements for this position.
- Has experience working with tamariki in an early childhood setting.
- Has previous leadership or mentoring experience, or demonstrates the capability to develop these skills.
- Demonstrates strong knowledge of Te Whāriki and high-quality early childhood practice.
- Prioritises children's safety, care, and wellbeing in every decision.
- Creates inclusive environments where all children and whānau feel a sense of belonging.
- Values meaningful partnerships with whānau and recognises their role in children's learning and development.
- Builds positive relationships with the wider community to support whānau participation.
- Uses research-informed strategies to enrich children's learning through play.
- Communicates effectively and works collaboratively with colleagues.
- Demonstrates a commitment to Te Tiriti o Waitangi and culturally responsive teaching.
- Brings a positive attitude, a growth mindset, and a genuine passion for developing people and practice.
- Full Pay Parity.
- 50% off Educare childcare fees.
- A supportive workplace and collaborative team.
- Ongoing professional development opportunities.
- Emerging Leaders Programme.
- Wellbeing Toolkit.
- Branded uniform provided.
If you're passionate about high-quality early childhood education and want to make a meaningful difference in the lives of tamariki and whānau, we'd love to hear from you!
Click Apply Now and submit your CV along with a cover letter telling us why you're interested in joining Educare Tamahere and what you would bring to our team.