Lumsden Kindergarten · Hawke's Bay
Teacher
Early learningFull time, PermanentBeginning teachers welcomePRT mentoring
Lumsden Kindergarten in Hawke’s Bay is hiring a full-time, permanent early childhood teacher for January 2027. The role covers children from nursery through to Big Lumsden, with particular interest in teachers experienced or interested in infants and toddlers; qualified or nearly qualified applicants are welcome, including beginning teachers, but must already live in Hawke’s Bay or have confirmed relocation plans.
- January 2027 start
- Full-time permanent position
- Nursery to Big Lumsden age range
- Mentoring and professional growth opportunities
Closes 27 Nov 2026
Applications close 27 Nov 2026, 4pm.
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About the role
Full-time permanent ECE teaching role at Lumsden Kindergarten, working across nursery to older children, with particular focus on infants and toddlers. The position is due to begin in January 2027 and is open to beginning teachers. Coaching, guidance and professional development are provided through the centre’s mentoring approach.
What they’re looking for
- Qualified or nearly qualified early childhood teacher
- Experience or interest teaching infants and toddlers
- Responsive teaching suited to very young children
- Reliable and professional approach
- Commitment to high teaching standards
- Comfortable working collaboratively and receiving mentoring
About the school
Lumsden Kindergarten is a locally owned early learning centre in Hawke’s Bay, educating children from nursery age through to Big Lumsden. It describes a strong team culture, purposeful teaching and a focus on developing educators, alongside its sister centre, Clive Kindergarten.
How to apply
Review the centre’s website and social media to understand its teaching approach before applying. Applications close on 27 November 2026; applicants must already live in Hawke’s Bay or have confirmed relocation arrangements.
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
- 22 Oct 2026
In the school’s words
“At Lumsden Kindergarten, we believe great teaching starts with great people — those who turn up, give their best, and see teaching as the privilege it truly is. We are seeking passionate teachers to join our team in January 2027…”
The school
Lumsden Kindergarten
- Type
- Education & Care Service
- Authority
- Privately owned
- Students
- 76
- Address
- 209 Lumsden Road, Akina, Hastings