About the role
Are you a NZ registered teacher (Primary or ECE) looking for better work life balance? Are you looking to be rewarded financially for your work as a Teacher? Are you seeking a flexible employment option to work around your own family and other commitments? This is the role for YOU! At BestStart, we are recruiting Reliever Teachers to join our Reliever Team. Our Reliever Team plays an integral role in the operation of our centres nationwide. As a Teacher for us, you will have the opportunity to work with our Tamariki and make a difference to their learning and development.
As a Reliever Teacher, you will be working alongside the permanent staff and be involved in the day-to-day activities of the class. Looking for guidance on where you may be needed but also using your initiative to see opportunities to be helpful and a part of the team. No day will be the same, as our BestStart Relievers can work across any of our centres, offering a variety of work daily.
What does Timaru offer?
A beautiful coastal town situated right in the middle of the largest South Island cities, Timaru has a lot to offer to families, and also anyone looking for residing by the coast. It offers a close-knit community with plenty of outdoor activities, Caroline Bay which is family-friendly and a great swimming beach, and also plenty of retail and hospitality to enjoy. We have four BestStart centres spread across the South Canterbury region - all of which are a short driving distance apart.
Why work for BestStart as a Teacher?
FULL PAY PARITY
Fantastic learning and development platforms
Ongoing career progression with ample opportunities (permanent roles, leadership, and recognition of service)
As a reliever, variety of working environments as all of our centres are unique and offer a different philosophy and culture!
To be considered to work as a Teacher, you must have the below:
NZ qualification in ECE or Primary (BEd/Grad Dip) Level 7 minimum
NZ Registration – current (Provisional or Full) with NZ Teaching Council
NZQA endorsement completed for overseas quals – must be endorsed at Level 7 or higher, and be endorsed to work at NZ ECE level.
Applicants MUST have eligibility to work in New Zealand.
Qualities we look for in a Teacher…
Passion and interest for working with Tamariki
Reliable, responsive and flexible
Initiative and having a proactive attitude towards work
Caring and respectful attitude towards Tamariki
Approachable and fun-loving
Working for BestStart
Joining BestStart means joining a whanau. We are the largest national provider of ECE and seek to innovate the sector with our passion for making a difference in the lives of our Tamariki. It doesn't matter who you are, if you're passionate about making a difference, you belong here. If the role sounds like you, do not hesitate to get your application in and secure your future with BestStart today!
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