Reliever Caregiver - Wanaka
Love working with children? Looking for variety, flexibility, and meaningful work?
BestStart is on the lookout for Reliever Caregivers to join our team in beautiful Wānaka! Whether you’re exploring a career in early childhood or simply love supporting tamariki to thrive, this is your chance to make a real difference, one fun-filled day at a time.
Our relievers are the heartbeat of our centres, stepping in with energy and care to ensure every child feels valued, safe, and inspired to learn. You’ll be based at our wonderful BestStart Pinnacles centre in Wānaka, with the option to support other nearby centres in Queenstown, Arrowtown, and Alexandra, all within an hour’s drive.
What you’ll be doing:
- Jumping into daily classroom activities alongside our permanent team
- Helping tamariki learn, grow, and have a great time
- Pitching in with care, creativity, and a big smile
- Bringing variety to your days, no two are ever the same!
What we’re looking for:
- A natural with young children
- Flexible, reliable, and ready to roll up your sleeves
- Kind, respectful, and full of positive energy
- A team player who’s happy to adapt and get stuck in
- No ECE qualification? No problem! This is a great way to get hands-on experience and see if early childhood education is your calling.
Why BestStart?
We’re more than just a workplace, we’re a community. At BestStart, we believe in supporting each other, celebrating growth, and creating amazing learning environments. If you’re passionate about helping tamariki shine, we’d love to have you on board.
Ready to join the team? Apply now and start your journey with BestStart Pinnacles—we can’t wait to meet you!
Please note: You must have the legal right to work in New Zealand.
