Hit enter to search or ESC to close
Back to listings
Full time
Tairāwhiti
Posted 26 days ago
Help us turn curious questions into confident voices.
We are on the lookout for a registered kaiako to join our centre! Join us to nurture curiosity, build strong relationships, and create meaningful learning experiences that set our tamariki up for lifelong success.
About us:
Busy Bees Tairāwhiti is an innovative, sensory-rich hub where the mauri of the centre encourages deep inquiry and discovery. Joining our Busy Bees Aotearoa whānau gives you the professional stability of a national network within a team that values authentic, kanohi ki te kanohi relationships. Whether you are a kaiako or part of the vital support team keeping our village running, your contribution is essential. Our practice is a living blend of te taiao and respect for Papatūānuku, honouring the unique whakapapa of every tamaiti. While our Nourish and MOVE programmes fuel the tamariki, we empower your career in a collaborative space where every role is deeply valued and respected.
About you:
You hold NZ teacher registration in ECE or Primary and bring a calm, steady presence. You notice children’s ideas, plan with intention, assess with care, and communicate clearly with whānau and colleagues. You value bicultural, inclusive practice, love learning through play, and enjoy shaping environments where tamariki feel safe, curious, and ready to try new things.
The mahi:
You will design thoughtful, sensory-rich experiences indoors and out, follow children’s interests into projects, and document learning stories that reflect each child’s voice. You will champion safety and wellbeing, support smooth routines, and work closely with whānau so progress is noticed, celebrated, and shared. You will help weave te reo and tikanga into everyday moments and contribute to a culture of reflective practice.
Why you’ll love it here:
Full Pay Parity!
A monthly staff wellbeing budget and access to EAP services
A comprehensive induction program with regular and ongoing mentoring
Discounted childcare
A warm, collaborative team
First Aid certification and annual flu vaccination
Ongoing opportunities for career growth & personal and professional development
Take advantage of this opportunity and send through your CV and Cover Letter today!
Applicants for this position should have NZ residency or a valid 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.
