Infants Head Teacher (BestStart Petone)
Our Organisation:
BestStart Petone in Lower Hutt, Wellington is seeking a passionate and dedicated Qualified and Registered Teacher to join our energetic and tight-knit team as our new Head Teacher in our Preschool Room. At BestStart, we’re leaders in the early childhood sector, we make a difference and we love what we do. We provide high-quality early education and award-winning childcare for infants, toddlers, and preschoolers.
At BestStart Petone we explore beyond the distance and draw it near!
Our passionate team at BestStart Petone love to make learning fun! We get excited and inspired about children's learning and the endless possibilities of discovering where we can take this learning. Tamariki are supported to extend on their prior learning, embark on new challenges, pursue learning goals, and participate in an engaging programme which promotes exploration and imaginative thinking.
Why work For BestStart?
Here at BestStart we are committed to being a progressive and responsive leader in the ECE sector where our Teachers are recognised for the positive difference they make in children’s lives. We offer a great benefits package to our people which includes:
- BestStart has opted into FULL pay parity!
- Discounted childcare
- Subsidised health insurance- Free Flu vaccinations- Confidential counselling through EAP
- Leadership programmes for current and future leaders
- Multiple career pathways with wrap around support to help you grow your career, your way
- Fully funded Teacher Certification
- Refer a Qualified Teacher and receive $2000*
- One week additional leave for 10 years long service recognition
About the Role:
This is a permanent position, 40 hours per week, Monday-Friday, working alongside our under 2 year old tamariki.
Our infant room is a safe, nurturing space where children can learn and make discoveries at their own pace. Our pēpi room kaiako support our youngest tamariki through providing a caring and nurturing environment, which recognises the importance of each individual child’s learning.
Role requirements:
- B Ed/Dip Teaching Level 7 (ECE) and current Teacher Certification
- A strong understanding of programme planning, pedagogy and curriculum
- Good knowledge of the current ECE Regulations, Te Whariki and hold compliance in a high regard
- Passion and commitment for teaching and learning with a focus on delivering quality
Joining BestStart means joining a whanau. It is a place where innovation thrives and where we celebrate the wins - big and small! Bring your unique self to work. It doesn't matter who you are, if you're passionate about making a difference, you belong here. Help us provide the highest quality care and education for our tamariki.
How to Apply: Please click the Apply Now button below or reach out to your local Talent Acquisition Specialist Emma Poole for a confidential chat on 027 1800 1747
Thank you for your interest in joining BestStart! With the festive season upon us, we want to ensure each application receives the attention it deserves. Our Talent Team is on annual leave from 23 December 2024 and back onboard 6 January 2025. Kindly note that no application reviews will take place during this period. We appreciate your patience and look forward to reviewing your application.
