Wondernauts · Waikato
Preschool Team Leader (not-for-profit)
Early learningFull time, Permanent
Wondernauts in Ruakura, Hamilton, is seeking a full-time permanent preschool team leader for its not-for-profit early learning centre. The role combines leadership of the preschool teaching team with work alongside preschool-aged tamariki, in a nature- and community-focused programme including weekly bush kindergarten and intergenerational sessions. Applicants need a recognised ECE qualification, current practising certificate, and New Zealand residency or a valid work visa; a full licence is desirable.
- Three classrooms serving 54 children
- Three weekly bush kindergarten programmes
- Intergenerational retirement village programme
- Full licence desirable for centre van
Closes in 11 days
Applications close 10 Oct 2026.
Read the full listing and applyOpens the Education Gazette, where the school takes applications.
About the role
Full-time, permanent team leader role supporting preschool-aged tamariki and the teaching team. You will lead daily practice, encourage team development and help maintain a positive team culture across three classrooms serving 54 children. The role includes regular bush kindergarten and community excursions, with van driving desirable.
What they’re looking for
- Recognised early childhood education qualification
- Current practising certificate
- Leadership experience supporting teaching teams
- Commitment to best-practice teaching
- Appreciation for Papatūānuku and outdoor learning
- New Zealand residency or a valid work visa
About the school
Wondernauts is a not-for-profit, community-based early learning centre in the Ruakura grounds in Hamilton. It has three classrooms, spacious outdoor areas and a curriculum centred on nature, local community connections, bush kindergarten and intergenerational learning.
How to apply
Applications close on 10 October 2026.
Written by Teachroles from the school’s listing. AI can make mistakes; check the original before you apply.
The role
- Sector
- Early learning
- Role
- Head teacher
- Hours
- full time
- Tenure
- permanent
- Listed
- 15 Sept 2026
In the school’s words
“We are still on the hunt for an inspiring, nurturing, respectful and positive preschool team leader who loves working with children to join our team. Wondernauts is a spacious, well-resourced, not-for-profit community-based early learning centre located within the beautiful Ruakura…”