Nursery Kaiako
Cuddles ELC is seeking a Qualified and Registered ECE Teacher (or teacher nearing qualification) to join our wonderful team as a teacher in our Nursery.
At Cuddles, relationships are at the heart of everything we do. We are a multicultural centre with tamariki and whanau from a wide range of backgrounds, and we pride ourselves on creating a space where everyone feels welcome, valued, and connected.
We are a genuinely caring and supportive team where your ideas, strengths, and individuality are truly valued. We offer full pay parity and paid monthly staff meetings, ensuring your time and expertise are recognised. We prioritise hauora and the wellbeing of our team, with regular check-in meetings to offer guidance, support, and a safe space to reflect.Each kaiako receives an individual ECELU subscription, giving you access to high-quality professional development and supporting a strong, well-structured PGC programme. Our teaching team is fun, collaborative, and dedicated to providing high-quality learning experiences grounded in aroha, respect, and play-based pedagogy.
We would love to hear from you if you: Hold a NZ ECE teaching qualification (or are in the final stages of completing one)
Hold a current practising certificate or are eligible to applyHave experience in an ECE setting and confidence with planning, learning stories, and internal evaluation
Build strong, warm relationships with tamariki, whanau, and colleagues
Bring enthusiasm, reliability, and a genuine love of early childhood education
Are a team player who contributes positively to centre culture
Value bicultural practice and enjoy working in a multicultural environment
Have the legal right to work in New Zealand (We are not currently providing visa sponsorship opportunities to offshore applicants.)
If you’re ready to join a centre where you feel appreciated, supported, and part of a real whanau, we’d love to hear from you!
To apply please send your CV and a short cover letter.