ECE Teacher-in-Training (BestStart Wigram)
Are you studying towards a recognised ECE qualification and looking to earn while you learn? Join the passionate team at BestStart Wigram and gain valuable hands-on experience while working towards your teaching career.
About Us
BestStart Wigram is a unique childcare complex in the thriving Wigram Skies community, featuring two purpose-built centres and seven classrooms across our site. Our age-specific environments, spacious outdoor areas, and strong community connections allow us to provide high-quality education and care tailored to each child's stage of development.
About the Role
We are looking for a Teacher in Training who is currently enrolled in a Level 7 ECE Bachelor programme to join our Preschool team, working with tamariki aged 3.5 to 6 years.
This is a permanent, full-time position (37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday).
Why BestStart?
We're committed to supporting your growth and development as an educator. Benefits include:
- Full Pay Parity
- Paid study support for Year 2 and 3 Teachers in Training*
- $2,000 Refer-a-Teacher bonus*
- Access to Whare Ako online learning and professional development
- Career growth opportunities across BestStart
- Subsidised health insurance (eligibility criteria apply)
- Free annual flu vaccinations
- EAP counselling services
- Wellbeing programme
- Sick leave from day one
What We're Looking For
- Enrolment in a Level 7 ECE Bachelor programme
- Passion for teaching and learning
- Understanding of child-led learning and Te Whāriki
- Knowledge of current ECE regulations
- Commitment to Te Tiriti o Waitangi in practice
- A positive attitude and willingness to learn
Apply Now! If you're ready to build your teaching career with a supportive team that values learning, growth, and quality education, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today and become part of the BestStart Wigram whānau!
