Fixed Term Maternity Cover
Our purpose-built centre is designed to nurture and inspire. Licensed for 70 tamariki, we have four vibrant classrooms tailored to various ages and stages of development.
We are looking for a passionate, fun, caring and knowledgeable kaiako to join our amazing team in our Transition to School space.
Our centre has a play-based philosophy where children’s interests are nurtured and extended. You will be working alongside kaiako who are passionate, professional, inspiring and respectful, who have a commitment to tamariki and their whanau.
This is a fixed-term position for approximately 12 months, covering maternity leave (40 hours pw, 8-430 Monday to Friday). Beginning Monday 8th of June 2026.
What we offer:- Extended pay parity rates
- Monthly paid staff meetings
- Paid registration and first aid fees
- Great ratios to ensure quality interactions and care (1-4 in our nursery and 1-8 for our over 2’s classrooms).
- Supportive management
- Discounted childcare fees
- Separate non-contact space
- Nightly professional cleaners so you can focus on what’s important - the tamariki.
- A beautiful modern, purpose-built working environment which includes a large staffroom with a coffee machine for your daily caffeine fix, the top floor of the building dedicated to staff
- Is registered
- Demonstrates kindness and a genuine passion for early childhood education.
- Values strong relationships with children, whanau, and colleagues
- Works positively within a collaborative team environment
- Demonstrates reflective and professional teaching practice
- Brings energy, initiative, and a genuine love of working with young children
If this sounds like you, please submit your cover letter and CV to Sandy at manager@discoveryjunction.co.nz or call 03 33 22 211 if you would like further information about this exciting opportunity.
Applicants for this position must have NZ residency or a valid NZ work visa.