ECE Caregiver (BestStart Maunu Village)
About the Role
We're proud of our warm and creative teaching team who foster an environment where tamariki thrive. We're currently looking for a dedicated and enthusiastic caregiver to join our centre-wide support team. You'll work across all age groups, including our beautiful Infants room, helping to provide nurturing care and enriching learning experiences.
This is a fantastic opportunity to make a meaningful impact on young lives, build strong relationships with children and their whanau, and be part of a close-knit, supportive team. Reporting to the Centre Manager, you'll play an important role in ensuring the smooth day-to-day running of the centre.
This is a permanent, Full-Time position (40 hours per week, Monday to Friday)
What You'll Be Doing- Providing high-quality care and learning experiences for tamariki
- Supporting all classrooms and stepping in during staff breaks
- Engaging in team activities that promote collaboration and extend children's development
- Helping maintain a well-organised, safe, and inclusive environment
What We're Looking For
We're after someone who has a natural connection with young children, especially infants and toddlers. While an ECE qualification is not required, experience working with children under five is essential. You'll need to bring a positive attitude, strong initiative, and the ability to work well under direction.
Why Choose BestStart?
We're committed to being a progressive, inclusive, and people-focused leader in early childhood education. We value our team and offer a range of benefits to support your wellbeing and growth, including:
- Access to Whare Ako, our online learning platform
- Career development opportunities
- $2,000 referral bonus for bringing in a Qualified Teacher*
- Subsidised health insurance with Southern Cross
- Free annual flu vaccinations
- Confidential counselling services (EAP)
- A wellbeing programme
- Sick leave available from your first day
- One week of additional leave after 10 years of service
If you're passionate about making a difference in the lives of tamariki and want to be part of a vibrant, caring team, we'd love to hear from you.
Click Apply Now to begin your BestStart journey at Maunu Village!