Qualified Nursery Teacher (BestStart Cashmere)
Join a team where kindness, connection, and growth are at the heart of everything we do.
BestStart Cashmere is looking for a passionate and dedicated Qualified and Certificated Nursery Teacher to join our close-knit, experienced teaching team in our under 2’s learning space.
At BestStart Cashmere, our practice is rooted in our local curriculum and deep respect for kaitiakitanga—caring for ourselves, each other, our place, and our things. We are proud of our warm, nurturing Nursery environment with a small group of 12 tamariki and strong 1:4 ratios. Our exceptionally large outdoor space and special garden provide an inspiring setting for meaningful learning and connection.
About the Role:
This is a permanent, part-time role working 35 hours per week, Monday to Friday. Whether you’re a newly qualified teacher or bring years of experience, if you are committed to high-quality care for our youngest tamariki, we want to hear from you.
What You'll Be Doing:
- Providing exceptional care and intentional teaching in a calm, nurturing environment
- Creating engaging, age-appropriate learning experiences for under 2s
- Observing and documenting children’s progress and planning toward individual learning goals
- Building strong relationships with children, whānau, and your teaching team
- Collaborating closely with a supportive and passionate team
About You:
- Hold a Level 7 ECE qualification and current NZ Teacher Certification
- Have experience working in a Nursery setting and a genuine passion for this age group
- Confident in implementing a child-led curriculum and responsive planning
- Strong working knowledge of ECE Regulations, Te Whāriki and a commitment to compliance
- Embrace Te Tiriti o Waitangi in daily teaching practices
- Enthusiastic, reflective, and committed to delivering high-quality education
Why Choose BestStart?
We’re committed to being a progressive and responsive leader in early childhood education. Our teachers are valued for the meaningful difference they make in children's lives. We offer:
- Professional Development and Career Growth
- Comprehensive induction and mentoring support
- Ongoing learning through Whare Ako (online learning platform)
- Fully funded Teacher Certification
- Leadership development for aspiring leaders
Health and Wellbeing Benefits
- Subsidised health insurance with Southern Cross*
- Free annual flu vaccinations
- Access to EAP – confidential counselling support
- Sick leave available from day one
- Wellbeing programme
Additional Benefits
- Full Pay Parity
- Discounted childcare
- Refer a qualified teacher and receive a $2000 bonus*
- One week of additional leave after 10 years’ service
Ready to make a lasting impact in the lives of tamariki? Click Apply Now and join a team that values connection, collaboration and continuous growth.
We look forward to welcoming you to BestStart Cashmere.
