Caregiver (BestStart Claudelands)
Start Here. Grow Here.
At BestStart Claudelands, relationships are at the heart of everything we do. We pride ourselves on creating a welcoming, family-focused environment where children, whanau, and teachers feel valued, supported, and connected. Our strong sense of belonging helps create a safe and nurturing space where everyone can thrive.
We're looking for a warm, enthusiastic team member to join our team in a permanent full-time role, working 40 hours per week. This is a rewarding opportunity to support tamariki on their learning journey while being part of a collaborative and caring team.
About the Role
In this role, you will:
- Support children's learning and development through meaningful play and experiences.
- Build strong, positive relationships with tamariki, whanau, and colleagues.
- Help maintain a safe, inclusive, and engaging learning environment.
- Contribute to the daily operation of the centre and work closely with the wider team.
About You
We're looking for someone who:
- Has experience working with children under five (qualification not required).
- Is passionate about supporting young children's growth and development.
- Communicates effectively and enjoys working as part of a team.
- Brings a positive attitude and a willingness to learn.
Why BestStart?
At BestStart, we're committed to supporting our people with:
- Ongoing professional development through Whare Ako.
- Career progression opportunities across our nationwide network.
- A $2,000 referral bonus for qualified teacher referrals.*
- Subsidised health insurance*
- Discounted childcare for your whanau.
Apply Today
If you're passionate about making a difference in the lives of tamariki and want to be part of a supportive and values-driven team, we'd love to hear from you.