ECE Team Leader | Busy Bees Carterton

Are you an enthusiastic and dedicated Registered Teacher who thrives on motivating and guiding other kaiako? 

We are on the lookout for an inspiring ECE Team Leader to guide our team of amazing kaiako in our under 2's room! As a 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: 

Busy Bees Carterton ,  is located in the beautiful wairarapa, we value every child and see them as unique, confident competent learners. We consider the environment as the third teacher, by providing a warm, welcoming, fun and homely environment where we work in partnership with our whanau and the community. We believe in creating an environment that creates a sense of belonging, respect and trust in children, parents, and whānau. There are equitable opportunities to scaffold children’s learning by themselves and along with their peers and teachers.

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 connect with 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.