Teacher-in-Training (BestStart Clarence)

About the Company At BestStart Clarence, we are dedicated to building wisdom through kindness. Our mission is to create a supportive community where every team member lifts one another. We believe that establishing strong, meaningful connections with our children and their broader whānau fills our center with love and warmth. By fostering a sense of belonging and community, we help our children thrive through diverse learning opportunities. About the Role We are currently seeking a first-year Teacher in Training or Caregiver to join our team. We are looking for someone who naturally builds relationships through care, communicates with respect, and is passionate about supporting positive learning outcomes for all children. In this role, you will have the opportunity to make a significant impact in the lives of young children by providing a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment. You will work as part of a motivated team, reporting to our Centre Manager and collaborating with passionate teachers who are committed to delivering quality care and education. This is a permanent, full-time position, requiring 40 hours of work per week, Monday to Friday. We seek someone flexible and committed to working rostered shifts as part of our collaborative team. Your day-to-day responsibilities will include: - Providing exceptional and responsive care and education to our tamariki - Supporting learning through play, meaningful interactions, and engaging learning opportunities - Assisting across both classrooms and covering staff breaks - Contributing to all center routines - Documenting children's learning and assisting with planning and assessment - Supporting center events - Participating in team meetings and embracing our center philosophy Requirements We are looking for candidates who possess: - A genuine love for children, particularly in being responsive to infants and toddlers - Experience working with children under five - Strong communication skills and a positive attitude, with the ability to work effectively in a team - A high level of initiative and a willingness to reflect and accept feedback - A commitment to incorporating Te Reo and tikanga Māori into daily practice - An Early Childhood Education qualification is not required for this role, but you should be working towards one. Benefits At BestStart, we take pride in being a progressive and adaptable leader in the early childhood education sector. We are committed to Full Pay Parity and offer a range of benefits to support your growth and wellbeing, including: - Access to Whare Ako, our online learning platform - Discounted childcare - Career development support - A $2000 referral bonus for referring a qualified teacher - Subsidized health insurance with Southern Cross - Free annual flu vaccinations - Confidential counseling services through EAP - A wellbeing program - Sick leave available from day one - One additional week of leave after 10 years of service How to Apply If you are interested in joining a supportive team that values community, please click "Apply Now." We look forward to welcoming you to BestStart Clarence Street.