ECE Team Leader | Busy Bees Katikati

Are you looking for the next milestone in your career? Do you enjoy supporting and guiding your fellow kaiako to deliver the best outcomes to tamariki?

We are on the lookout for an inspiring Team Leader to lead our amazing team of kaiako! As a team leader, you will ignite the spark of curiosity and learning in our children and teachers alike, infusing our team with your vibrant spirit, energy, and genuine passion for what you do!

About us:

At Busy Bees Katikati, our approach is guided by the uniqueness of each tamaiti. We recognise that every tamaiti is different, and we strive to meet their individual needs by creating a safe, nurturing, and challenging environment. Our philosophy, "Ko te ahurei o te tamaiti, arahia ō tātou mahi," embodies our belief in this approach. We have a large backyard providing endless opportunities to explore the natural environment! We are proud of our multi-cultural environment and celebrate the uniqueness of our centre and everyone within it. We are confident that our centre will provide a warm, welcoming, and stimulating environment for your tamaiti to grow and learn. Please don't hesitate to contact us to arrange a visit and see what we have to offer. 

What are we looking for?

Our ideal candidate is an individual who is deeply passionate about delivering quality learning and care to every tamaiti entrusted to us. They should excel at fostering responsive relationships with tamariki and their whānau, and they should possess approachability and a readiness to tackle challenges head-on. A Level 7 qualification (or its NZQA equivalent) in ECE is essential, along with full or provisional registration. We value an open-minded approach to diverse philosophies, offering ample opportunities for personal and professional growth within our team of dedicated educators.

As a valued member of our team, you can be assured of:

• Full Pay Parity!
• A comprehensive induction program with regular and ongoing mentoring and professional development
• Discounted childcare
• Full reimbursement for teacher registration costs
• First Aid certification, annual flu vaccination and staff uniforms
• A generous PLD budget where you can choose PLD for your own learning
• A monthly staff wellbeing budget and access to EAP services
• A supportive and highly skilled team to work alongside

If you're a Registered Teacher eager to advance your career in ECE, we're excited to hear from you! Take the leap and apply today to become a valued member of our team, where innovation and creativity are welcomed!

Applicants for this position should have NZ residency or a valid NZ work visa

We are an Accredited Employer

Why Work for Busy Bees?
If you’re passionate about early learning, Busy Bees is the place to be. Although we are part of a global organisation, our company was founded by three families looking for better, more enriching childcare. Three decades later, we still keep the same values at heart.

We know that we couldn’t do what we do without the important people in our teams. We invest in our people and work with them to build career pathways that inspire.