Farmyard Preschool · Wellington
Kaiako
Early learningFull time, PermanentBeginning teachers welcomePRT mentoring
Farmyard Preschool in Wellington is seeking a full-time, permanent kaiako for its farm-based early learning centre, licensed for 77 tamariki across three classrooms. The role involves learning through relationships, animals, nature and outdoor experiences, with induction, mentoring and a Professional Growth Cycle available for provisionally certificated and beginning teachers; no start date is stated.
- Farm-based early learning environment
- Licensed for 77 tamariki
- Full-time permanent position
- Beginning teachers encouraged to apply
Closes 17 Dec 2026
Applications close 17 Dec 2026, 3pm.
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About the role
This is a full-time, permanent kaiako position at a farm-based early learning centre. You will work with tamariki across three classrooms, using animals, nature and outdoor experiences to support learning; beginning teachers receive induction, mentoring and Professional Growth Cycle support.
What they’re looking for
- Experience or interest in animals, nature and working with tamariki
- Responsive relationships with children and whānau
- Recognising, documenting and extending learning over time
- Strong communication and collaborative teaching skills
- Reflective practice and openness to ongoing learning
- Initiative and input into centre development
About the school
Farmyard Preschool is a Wellington early childhood centre licensed for 77 tamariki across three separate classrooms. Its farm setting supports connections with animals, nature and the outdoors, and values confidence, curiosity, responsibility and a love of learning.
How to apply
Applications close on 17 December 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
- Certificated teacher
- Hours
- full time
- Tenure
- permanent
- Listed
- 21 Oct 2026
In the school’s words
“Are you a passionate kaiako who believes children learn best through meaningful experiences, strong relationships and opportunities to explore the world around them? We are looking for an enthusiastic full-time kaiako to join our farm-based early childhood centre. Our unique…”
The school
Farmyard Preschool
- Type
- Education & Care Service
- Authority
- Privately owned
- Students
- 91
- Address
- 44 Somme Road, Trentham, Upper Hutt