ECE Caregiver (BestStart Berryfields Crossing)
Make a meaningful difference in a growing community
BestStart Berryfields Crossing is on the lookout for a dedicated and passionate Caregiver to join our secure, fun, and experienced team. Our centre is committed to delivering quality early childhood education to the tamariki in our community.
""Ma te huruhuru ka rere te manu – Adorn the bird with feathers so it may soar.""
Located in the vibrant and fast-developing Berryfields suburb in Richmond, our centre has been supporting local families for two years and continues to grow. We are proud of our strong, well-established teaching team and the welcoming environment we've built.
Surrounded by the beauty of the Richmond Ranges, our centre reflects the strength and stability of our natural environment. We draw inspiration from the flowing Waimea River to guide our approach to teaching – adaptive, nurturing, and always evolving with the needs of our tamariki.Celebrating important milestones such as Matariki, our centre birthday, and Christmas helps build a strong sense of belonging for every child and their whanau.
Why Choose Us?
At BestStart, we are proud to lead the way in early childhood education. Our caregivers and teachers are recognised for the vital impact they make in children's lives, and we provide a range of benefits and professional development opportunities to support your growth:
- Access to Whare Ako, our online learning platform
- Career development support and training opportunities
- $2,000 referral bonus for recommending a qualified teacher*
- Discounted childcare for your own tamariki
- Subsidised Southern Cross health insurance*
- Free annual flu vaccinations
- Access to confidential counselling through EAP
- Comprehensive wellbeing programme
- Sick leave available from day one
- One additional week of leave after 10 years' service
About the Role
This permanent position is for 30 hours per week, Monday to Friday (6 hours per day), supporting tamariki aged 3 months to 6 years across our four learning spaces: Pounamu, Wai-iti, Aorere, and Kotuku. You'll be involved in covering breaks and supporting all classrooms as needed.
As a caregiver, you'll play a vital role in creating a nurturing, safe, and stimulating environment. You'll be part of a collaborative and passionate team that is committed to empowering tamariki through curiosity, creativity, and meaningful relationships.
What You'll Do:
- Provide exceptional care and learning support for children
- Actively engage in centre activities and contribute to team culture
- Support all classrooms and centre operations
- Foster strong, respectful relationships with tamariki and whanau
What We're Looking For:
- Experience working with children under five is essential
- A warm, nurturing nature with a genuine love for infants and toddlers
- A high level of initiative and the ability to work collaboratively
- An ECE qualification is not required for this role
Ready to Join Us? Click Apply Now to become part of a supportive and forward-thinking team at BestStart Berryfields Crossing!