BestStart Ferry Road · Canterbury
ECE Kaiako - Over 2's
Early learningPart time, Permanent, FTTE up to: 0.7PRT mentoring
BestStart Ferry Road in Canterbury is seeking a qualified, certificated ECE kaiako for tamariki over two. This permanent part-time role is 30 hours per week, Monday to Friday, and focuses on child-led learning, whānau relationships, Te Whāriki, and environmental education within a multicultural centre. Full pay parity, professional learning, and discounted childcare are offered.
- Permanent 30-hour role, Monday to Friday
- Works with tamariki over two years
- Full pay parity available
- Sustainability-focused local curriculum
Closes in 7 days
Applications close 12 Nov 2026, 5pm.
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About the role
Permanent part-time ECE kaiako role supporting tamariki aged over two. The position is 30 hours a week from Monday to Friday, up to 0.7 FTTE, with learning experiences focused on confidence, independence, interests and relationships with whānau.
What they’re looking for
- Level 7 ECE teaching qualification and current New Zealand teacher certification
- Understanding of Te Whāriki and ECE regulations
- Experience supporting child-led learning
- Commitment to Te Tiriti o Waitangi
- Confidence working with tamariki aged over two
- Interest in sustainability and environmental education
About the school
BestStart Ferry Road is a diverse, multicultural early learning centre in Canterbury. Its curriculum draws on Bells Creek and emphasises belonging, sustainability, environmental learning and connections with nature.
How to apply
Apply by 12 November 2026. The listing does not provide application details or a contact role.
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The role
- Sector
- Early learning
- Role
- Certificated teacher
- Hours
- part time
- Tenure
- permanent
- Listed
- 12 Oct 2026
In the school’s words
“Join the warm and welcoming team at BestStart Ferry Road! We're seeking a passionate Qualified and Certificated Teacher to work with our over 2-year-old tamariki in a permanent, 30-hour-per-week role (Monday to Friday). At BestStart Ferry Road, everyone belongs. Our…”
The school
BestStart Ferry Road
- Type
- Education & Care Service
- Authority
- Community based
- Students
- 80
- Address
- 533 Ferry Road, Woolston, Christchurch