Qualified Teacher (BestStart Kotata Heights)
Start Here. Grow Here.
Ko te ahurei o te tamaiti ka ārahi i ā tātou mahi – Let the uniqueness of the child guide our work.
At BestStart Kotata Heights, we believe every child is unique. Our learning environments celebrate each tamaiti’s individual strengths, interests, personality, and way of learning. Our rooms are thoughtfully resourced with high-quality, purposeful materials that inspire curiosity, creativity, and exploration. Our spacious natural outdoor environment gives tamariki the freedom to challenge themselves, develop independence, build confidence, and discover the world around them.
We’re looking for a passionate and qualified Early Childhood Teacher to join our dedicated team in a permanent part-time position, working 35 hours per week.
What We Offer
At BestStart, we’re committed to helping our teachers thrive — both professionally and personally. You’ll enjoy:
- Full Pay Parity
- A comprehensive induction and ongoing mentoring
- Extensive professional learning and development opportunities
- Clear career pathways across our nationwide network
- Funded teacher registration
- $2,000 referral bonus for introducing a qualified teacher*
- Discounted childcare for your whānau
Your Wellbeing Matters
We want you to feel supported, valued, and cared for, so we also offer:
- Subsidised health insurance (eligibility criteria applies)
- Annual flu vaccinations
- Confidential counselling and support through our Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
- An additional week of annual leave after 10 years of service
About You
You’ll bring:
- A Level 7 ECE qualification
- Current New Zealand teacher registration
- Confidence in facilitating responsive, child-led learning experiences
- A genuine commitment to Te Tiriti o Waitangi and bicultural practice
- Strong knowledge of Te Whāriki, ECE regulations, and effective teaching practice
- A collaborative, positive approach and a desire to keep learning and growing
Join Our Team
If you’re looking for a centre where strong relationships, quality teaching, child-led learning, and continuous professional growth are genuinely valued, we’d love to hear from you. Apply now!
