ECE Caregiver (BestStart Balclutha) - Balclutha

BestStart Balclutha is seeking a caring and enthusiastic Caregiver to join our close-knit team on a fixed-term basis, covering parental leave from November 2025 to May 2026.

At BestStart Balclutha, your whanau is our whanau. Nestled in the heart of a proud farming community and bordered by the mighty Clutha (Mata-au) River, our centre reflects the strength, warmth, and values of the families we serve. Just a short drive from the stunning Catlins coastline, we are proud to provide quality education and care for the tamariki of our community.

Why Choose BestStart?

We are a progressive and adaptable leader in the ECE sector, with a focus on supporting our people to grow and succeed. As part of our team, you'll enjoy:

• Access to Whare Ako, our online learning platform
• Opportunities for ongoing career development
• Discounted childcare for your own tamariki
• A strong wellbeing programme
• A supportive induction and ongoing mentoring

About the Role

As a Caregiver, you'll play a key role in providing a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment for our tamariki. This is your chance to make a real difference by fostering creativity, exploration, and a love of learning.

Working closely with our Centre Manager and passionate teaching team, you'll be part of a collaborative, supportive environment that values your contributions.

Day-to-day, you will:

• Provide high-quality care and support to tamariki
• Join in with centre activities, bringing energy and fun
• Support across classrooms and during staff breaks
• Champion teamwork and contribute to the smooth running of our centre

This is a fixed-term role working 32 hours per week across 4 days (flexible days for the right candidate).

About You

While an ECE qualification is not required, you will bring:

• A genuine passion for working with young children, especially infants and toddlers
• Previous experience caring for or working with children
• Initiative, flexibility, and a positive, can-do attitude
• The ability to work well within a team and take direction

Apply Now! If you're looking for a meaningful role where you can give back to your community while being supported to grow, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today and join us at BestStart Balclutha – where your whanau is our whanau.