Omaka Early Learning Centre · Marlborough
Kind-hearted Kaiako
Early learningFull time, PermanentBeginning teachers welcome
Omaka Early Learning Centre in Blenheim, Marlborough, is seeking a full-time, permanent kaiako for its early learning and kōhanga reo setting. The centre follows RIE and Reggio Emilia approaches, with child-led learning, strong ratios, age-group focus, and well-resourced indoor and outdoor spaces; beginning teachers are welcome. A start date and allowances are not stated.
- Full-time permanent kaiako position
- RIE and Reggio Emilia-based practice
- Age-group teaching focus
- Beginning teachers welcome
Closes 31 Dec 2026
Applications close 31 Dec 2026.
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About the role
Full-time, permanent kaiako role at an early learning centre, with teaching focused on a preferred age group. The work involves respectful, child-led learning, preparing daily learning invitations, documenting learning, and working closely with a team. Beginning teachers are welcome; the start date is not stated.
What they’re looking for
- Commitment to respectful, child-led teaching
- Alignment with RIE and Reggio Emilia approaches
- Interest in a particular age group
- Ability to create meaningful learning experiences
- Careful learning documentation for whānau
- Beginning teachers welcome
About the school
Omaka Early Learning Centre is a privately owned, purpose-built centre in Marlborough, with the owners working on site. It follows RIE and Reggio Emilia approaches, with strong attention to respectful practice, nature-based learning, well-resourced indoor and outdoor spaces, and positive engagement with tamariki.
How to apply
Contact the centre by phone or email to arrange a visit and discuss the role. Applications close on 31 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
- 5 Oct 2026
In the school’s words
“Do you want time to teach? Are you a caring person looking for an environment that matches your nature? We are proudly RIE and Reggio Emilia based, meaning we embrace respectful practice and child-led exploration. Combined with great ratios this…”
The school
Omaka Early Learning Centre
- Type
- Education & Care Service
- Authority
- Privately owned
- Students
- 86
- Address
- 25 Spitfire Drive, Blenheim