Petone Kindergarten · Wellington
Teacher
Early learningFull-time, PermanentBeginning teachers welcome
Petone Kindergarten in Wellington is seeking a full-time, permanent early childhood kaiako, with the start date not stated. The role supports up to 40 children attending six hours daily, working alongside four teachers and whānau. It suits teachers committed to Te Tiriti o Waitangi, te reo Māori, child-led learning, sustainability and ongoing internal evaluation, including beginning teachers.
- Full-time permanent ECE position
- Up to 40 children daily
- Four-teacher kindergarten team
- Enviro-schools and sustainability programme
Closes in 19 days
Applications close 24 Nov 2026, 11pm.
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About the role
This is a full-time, permanent ECE kaiako role at Petone Kindergarten. You will work in a team of four teachers with up to 40 children attending for six hours each day, supporting child-led, play-based learning and strong whānau relationships. The position is open to beginning teachers.
What they’re looking for
- Experienced practice honouring Te Tiriti o Waitangi
- Ability to weave te reo Māori and tikanga into teaching
- Strong communication and collaborative team leadership
- Initiative with planning, assessment and internal evaluation
- Respect for each tamaiti and whānau’s identity and culture
- Experience improving outcomes through teaching practice
About the school
Petone Kindergarten is near Petone’s cafés and beach and reflects the diverse heritage and culture of its local community. It takes part in the Enviro-schools programme and focuses on sustainability, belonging, connection and care for Papatūānuku.
How to apply
Applications close on 24 November 2026.
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The role
- Sector
- Early learning
- Role
- Certificated teacher
- Hours
- full time
- Tenure
- permanent
- Listed
- 4 Nov 2026
In the school’s words
“We are located just moments away from the vibrant Petone community of cafés and beach. Our kindergarten is a warm reflection of the diverse heritage and rich culture of our local community. Relationships are at the heart of everything we…”
The school
Petone Kindergarten
- Type
- Free Kindergarten
- Authority
- Community based
- Students
- 49
- Address
- 10 A Tennyson Street, Petone, Lower Hutt