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Busy Bees Richmond is looking for a flexible and energetic Relief Teacher to join our vibrant team.
About us:
At Busy Bees Richmond, we are a team that values holistic care and the strong sense of community that comes from deep, respectful relationships. Joining the Busy Bees Aotearoa whānau gives you national support within a local team that feels like family. Every role is vital to our day, from the kitchen where we prepare Healthy Heart awarded meals to the spaces where our tamariki grow and explore. We work together across rooms to foster independence and celebrate the individual successes of every child. We take pride in our close-knit connections with local schools and the way we support our older tamariki through their transition visits. Join a supportive environment where your unique skills are celebrated and whanaungatanga is at the heart of every day.
The mahi:
Moving between different spaces to support our permanent kaiako and keep the day steady.
Helping to guide daily routines and ensuring tamariki feel safe and supported.
Engaging in play-based learning and noticing children's cues for exploration.
Offering calm, relational support to help children feel confident in their environment.
Upholding high-quality, responsive care as you slot into each room and team.
Contributing to an environment where individual successes are celebrated every day.
About you:
You bring a warm, steady presence and a genuine love for nurturing young children.
You are adaptable and happy to work across different age groups and spaces.
You read the room quickly and step in where needed with a positive, helpful attitude.
You communicate clearly and value inclusive, child-led practice.
You feel comfortable weaving te reo Māori and tikanga into your daily interactions.
You stay anchored under pressure and enjoy being part of a professional, supportive team.
Why You’ll Love It Here:
You will love the genuine flexibility this role offers, giving you the freedom to choose the days and hours that work best for your life. The work itself is incredibly rewarding, giving you the chance to gain experience across different age groups in a supportive environment where your unique skills are celebrated. You will be part of a close-knit crew that genuinely values the fresh energy and support relievers bring.
Apply Now If you are ready to join a supportive team that values your flexibility and heart for children, we would love to hear from you. Applicants for this position should have NZ residency or a valid work visa.
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.