Reliever Teacher - Timaru

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Are you a NZ registered teacher (Primary or ECE) seeking better work-life balance, and flexibility? BestStart has the perfect opportunity for you!

We are looking for Reliever Teachers to join our team, supporting centres across Timaru. This flexible role allows you to work around personal commitments while making a meaningful impact on Tamariki's learning and development. Timaru is a coastal town with a close-knit community, outdoor activities, and family-friendly attractions like Caroline Bay.

BestStart has four centres in South Canterbury, all within a short drive.

Your Role as a Reliever Teacher

As a Reliever Teacher, you will be working alongside the permanent staff and be involved in the day-to-day activities of the room. Looking for guidance of where you may be needed but also using your initiative to be helpful and working as part of the team.

No day will be the same, as our BestStart Relievers can work across any of our centres.

Why work for BestStart?
  • Ongoing career progression and growth with ample opportunities (permanent roles, leadership, and recognition of service)
  • As a reliever, variety of working environments as all of our centres are unique and offer a different philosophy and culture!
  • Fantastic learning and development platforms

To be considered to work as a teacher, you must have the below:

  • NZ qualification in ECE or Primary (BEd/Grad Dip) Level 7 minimum
  • NZ Registration current (Provisional or Full) with NZ Teaching Council
  • NZQA endorsement completed for overseas quals must be endorsed at Level 7 or higher and be endorsed to work at NZ ECE level.

Working for BestStart:

Joining BestStart means joining a whanau. We are the largest national provider of ECE and seek to innovate the sector with our passion for making a difference in the lives of our Tamariki. It doesn't matter who you are, if you're passionate about making a difference, you belong here.

If the role sounds like you, do not hesitate to apply.

How to Apply: Click Apply now and be part of a team that embraces growth, success, collaboration, and the joy of teaching. We can't wait to welcome you to BestStart!
  • Applicants MUST have eligibility to work in New Zealand.
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