
Little Ferns Early Learning Centre · Canterbury
Toddler Kaiako Opportunity
Early learningFull-time, PermanentBeginning teachers welcome
Little Ferns Early Learning Centre in Rolleston, Canterbury, is seeking a full-time, permanent kaiako for its Pikopiko room, working with children aged two to three and a half. Applicants need a recognised ECE qualification and current practising certificate; beginning teachers may apply. The role includes full pay parity and closes 4 December 2026.
- Pikopiko toddler room
- Children aged 2–3.5 years
- Full pay parity available
- Beginning teachers welcome
Closes 4 Dec 2026
Applications close 4 Dec 2026, 4pm.
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About the role
Full-time, permanent kaiako role in the Pikopiko toddler room, working with children aged two to three and a half years. The role focuses on supporting toddlers’ independence, confidence, social development and learning, with Full Pay Parity available. The start date is not stated.
What they’re looking for
- Recognised ECE teaching qualification and current practising certificate
- Experience or interest in working with toddlers
- Warm relationships with children and whānau
- Understanding of Te Whāriki and meaningful assessment
- Initiative, flexibility and a positive attitude
- Collaborative approach to working in a teaching team
About the school
Little Ferns Early Learning Centre is a locally owned early learning centre in Rolleston, Canterbury. It focuses on respectful relationships, engaging learning environments and supporting children’s development.
How to apply
Email a CV and cover letter by 4 December 2026. The application email address is provided in the original listing.
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The role
- Sector
- Early learning
- Role
- Certificated teacher
- Hours
- full time
- Tenure
- permanent
- Listed
- 2 Nov 2026
In the school’s words
“Little Ferns Early Learning Centre is looking for a passionate and dedicated kaiako to join our Pikopiko toddler room (2–3.5 years). We are a welcoming, locally owned centre in Rolleston, with a strong focus on building meaningful relationships, creating engaging…”
The school
Little Ferns Early Learning Centre
- Type
- Education & Care Service
- Authority
- Privately owned
- Students
- 94
- Address
- 17 Broadlands Drive, Rolleston