ECE Caregiver (BestStart Roydvale)
BestStart Roydvale is looking for a passionate Caregiver to join our energetic and close-knit team on a fixed-term contract covering parental leave.
At BestStart Roydvale, we provide warm and welcoming childcare in Burnside, Christchurch, where strong relationships with children and whānau are at the heart of everything we do. Our multicultural learning community celebrates every child, giving them opportunities to explore, build confidence and discover what they can do.
Our child-led approach combines children’s individual interests with intentional teaching, creating an engaging environment where tamariki can be curious, take managed risks and develop important skills through play.
Why choose us?
At BestStart, we’re committed to being a progressive and adaptable leader in the ECE sector, where our people are recognised for the positive difference they make in children’s lives.
Our benefits include:
- Learning and development through our online Whare Ako platform
- Career development and opportunities to grow
- A great induction programme
- Discounted childcare
- Wellbeing programme
- Sick leave available from your first day
About the Role
As a Caregiver, you’ll have the opportunity to make a positive difference in the lives of our tamariki by providing a safe, nurturing and engaging environment where they can learn, play and thrive.
Working alongside our Centre Manager and supportive teaching team, you will:
- Provide quality care and support to our tamariki
- Build positive relationships with children, whānau and your team
- Engage in activities that support and extend children’s learning
- Support across classrooms and cover staff breaks when needed
- Help with the day-to-day running of the centre
This is a fixed-term position from November 2026 to June 2027, working 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday.
About You
An ECE qualification is not required for this role, but you’ll need:
- A natural affinity with children, particularly infants and toddlers
- Experience working with children under five
- Plenty of initiative and a positive attitude
- The ability to take direction and work well within a team
- A genuine desire to make a difference in the lives of young children
How to Apply: Click Apply Now and join a supportive team that values collaboration, growth and creating positive experiences for tamariki. We can’t wait to welcome you to BestStart Roydvale!
