Unregistered ECE Teacher | Busy Bees Manchester Strreet

Step into a role where heart and sustainability meet in the early years. We are looking for a reliable and warm Unregistered Teacher or Teacher in Training to join our infants' space. If you are passionate about providing high-quality care and want to be part of a team that values nature and belonging, we would love to have you with us. 
 

About us: 

Busy Bees Manchester Street is a place of heart and high standards in Feilding. Joining the Busy Bees Aotearoa whānau means you have the backing of a national network while working in a tight knit local team. We take real pride in our playground to plate philosophy where we grow and harvest our own produce together. Our Enviroschools focus is a big part of our mahi, including our worm farm and sustainability partnerships with local farmers. Every role is vital in our team and we offer a purposeful setting where your unique strengths are valued as we work together to nurture every tamaiti. Join us where we celebrate sustainability and build a strong sense of belonging for everyone in our whānau. 

About you: 

• A Heart for Children: A warm and approachable nature that makes whānau and tamariki feel truly at home. 

• A Proactive Spirit: The initiative to get stuck in, look for improvements, and act with integrity in ways that are fair and ethical. 

• A Gift for Connection: Excellent communication and interpersonal skills across all age groups and cultures. 

• Growth Mindset: A budding interest in Te Whāriki and a commitment to your own personal and professional development. 

• Reliability and Care: A high standard of personal care and hygiene, ensuring our learning environment is always safe and welcoming. 
   

The mahi: 
You will be an essential part of the team, making sure every day is full of discovery and meaningful moments for our tamariki. Your focus will be on: 

• Providing gentle, high-quality physical care for our youngest tamariki, including hygiene, safety, and nurturing routines. 

• Assisting the teaching team to implement a curriculum based on Te Whāriki that supports individual development. 

• Engaging in our sustainability mahi, from the vegetable gardens to our playground to plate activities. 

• Building warm, open relationships with whānau to ensure they feel supported in their parental roles. 

• Helping to maintain a beautiful, safe, and hygienic learning environment. 

• Documenting the unique learning journeys of our infants through profile books and online portals. 

Why you’ll love it here: 

• Teacher in Training Programme: We provide a dedicated programme with mentoring and coaching to support you if you are working toward your ECE qualification. 

• Ongoing Learning: Access regular professional development and stay current with the latest trends and theories in early childhood education. 

• Holistic Wellbeing: Enjoy monthly wellbeing initiatives, EAP access, and covered costs for your annual flu vax and First Aid certification. 

• Practical Support: To make your workday easier, we offer discounted childcare fees and staff uniforms. 

If you are ready to join a team that values your heart, your skills, and your connection to community, we would love to hear from you 

Applicants for this position should have NZ residency or a valid work visa. 
 
We are an Accredited Employer