Jeffrey Giraffe Early Learning Centre · Canterbury
Nursery Kaiako
Early learningFull-time, PermanentBeginning teachers welcome
This permanent, full-time Nursery Kaiako role is at Jeffrey Giraffe Early Learning Centre in Canterbury, working 36–38 hours each week from Monday to Friday. The position focuses on infants and suits a qualified, registered early childhood teacher, including beginning teachers, who builds respectful relationships with tamariki and whānau. Full pay parity and professional development are offered.
- 36–38 hours, Monday to Friday
- Permanent full-time nursery position
- Infant-focused teaching and care
- Full pay parity available
Closes in 18 days
Applications close 23 Nov 2026, 5pm.
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About the role
Permanent, full-time nursery kaiako working 36–38 hours each week, Monday to Friday, with infants at Jeffrey Giraffe Early Learning Centre. The role involves providing care and learning, building relationships with tamariki and whānau, and using the learning environment thoughtfully. The start date is not stated, and beginning teachers may apply.
What they’re looking for
- Qualified and registered early childhood teacher
- Experience or interest in working with infants
- Gentle, nurturing and respectful approach
- Strong relationships with tamariki and whānau
- Positive, energetic and collaborative manner
- Interest in learning through the environment
About the school
Jeffrey Giraffe is a family-owned early learning centre in Canterbury. It describes a warm, supportive workplace with a collaborative kaiako team, professional development, work-life balance and full pay parity.
How to apply
Send a CV and cover letter by email to the centre. Applications close on 23 November 2026; no closing time is provided.
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
- 29 Oct 2026
In the school’s words
“36–38 Hours per Week | Monday–Friday Are you a passionate and dedicated early childhood educator with a special love for working with infants? We have an exciting opportunity for a permanent full-time position in the nursery at Jeffrey Giraffe, a…”
The school
Jeffrey Giraffe Early Learning Centre
- Type
- Education & Care Service
- Authority
- Privately owned
- Students
- 63
- Address
- 94 Idris Road, Bryndwr, Christchurch