ECE Caregiver (BestStart Ponsonby)
About the Role:
Are you passionate about creating a warm, nurturing environment where children feel truly at home? We're on the lookout for a caring, enthusiastic caregiver to join our wonderful team at BestStart Ponsonby.
Our centre is a cosy, homely haven tucked down a secret driveway, surrounded by trees and lush green spaces. We pride ourselves on offering a genuine home-away-from-home atmosphere - not just for our tamariki, but for our teachers too. With large, natural outdoor areas, children are encouraged to explore, spark their curiosity, and build meaningful connections with nature every day.
We're looking for someone who brings positive energy, a playful spirit, and a warm heart to everything they do. If you're fun, friendly, and love being part of a supportive, welcoming team, you'll fit right in.
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.
What You'll Be Doing- Providing exceptional care and education for our tamariki
- Supporting a strong team culture and engaging in learning experiences that extend children's development
- Participating fully across all classrooms and helping cover staff breaks
- Contributing to smooth centre operations at every level
This is a Fixed term position working 40 hours per week Monday-Friday from 22/2/26 to 31/7/26
If you're ready to be part of a centre where laughter fills the air, nature is on your doorstep, and relationships truly matter - we'd love to hear from you.
What We're Looking For
You don't need an ECE qualification, but you do need:
- A natural affinity for working with young children, especially infants and toddlers
- Experience working with children under five
- Initiative, reliability, and the ability to follow direction
- A warm, caring approach that aligns with our values
- Access to Whare Ako, our online learning platform
- Support to develop your skills and take the next step in your ECE journey
- $2000 referral bonus for Qualified Teacher referrals
- Free annual flu vaccinations
- Confidential EAP counselling
- Wellbeing programme
- Sick leave available from day one
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 Ponsonby!