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If you’re passionate about making a difference, the NZ Education system needs you. Just like the nature of the industry, the career opportunities are full of potential.

So, what's the pay like?

Kiwis in the industry are currently receiving an average salary of $69,000

So, what's job demand like?

Trade Me has 335 Education job listings.

So, what categories have the most listings?

Our most popular categories are Early childhood with 254 listings, Primary with 26 and Other with 21.

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Teacher-in-Training (BestStart Park Green)

Franklin, Auckland

Shape the future – help build the centre's culture, philosophy, and team from the ground up. Your career, your centre!

Career growth and learning support
Beautiful brand new centre
Fantastic staff wellness programme

Be an early applicant

Reliever Teacher - Kapiti Coast

Kapiti Coast, Wellington

Flexible Reliever Teacher roles at BestStart in Kapiti Coast. Enjoy diverse centres, career growth, and a great coastal lifestyle.

Part-time, Contract

Nursery Head Teacher (BestStart Kaiapoi)

Waimakariri, Canterbury

Lead our Infant & Toddler rooms at BestStart Kaiapoi, a nurturing, community-focused centre with strong local ties and long-standing staff.

Build your career with NZ’s leading ECE provider
Inspire and guide a passionate teaching team
EAP support & wellbeing benefits

Full-time, Permanent

ECE Caregiver (BestStart Hanley's Farm)

Queenstown-Lakes, Otago

Be part of something remarkable! Join BestStart Hanley's Farm and nurture the next generation.

Be an early applicant

ECE Teacher : Qualified and Registered - Remuera

Auckland City, Auckland

Are you sick of working late and doing the closing shift? Poppies Kindy is open from 8:15-3:30pm so there are no late nights.

Family Friendly hours
Subsidised Childcare
Over 3 hours Non Contact per week

Teacher-in-Training (BestStart Hei Hei)

Christchurch City, Canterbury

Start your ECE journey in 2026! Join BestStart Hei Hei as a Teacher in Training and grow with aroha in our warm, supportive Pukeko Room team.

Be an early applicant

Qualified ECE Teacher (BestStart Waikanae)

Kapiti Coast, Wellington

Join our passionate team in a part-time role (20 hrs per week) with flexible hours to suit your lifestyle, surrounded by nature and community!

Career development, leadership pathways, and wellbeing support
Inspire tamariki in expansive outdoor and natural spaces
Join a passionate, experienced, and supportive teaching team

Be an early applicant

Kaiako Bachelor of Nursing Maori

Porirua, Wellington

We are looking for a Kaiako in the Bachelor of Nursing Maori programme to become a part of our institutions, supporting our vision and values.

Onsite cafe at Whitireia and WelTec campuses
Staff discounts via our app at selected retailers
Fixed-term, part-time (0.6 FTE)

Be an early applicant

Reliever Teachers - Christchurch

Christchurch City, Canterbury

BestStart is calling! Qualified ECE Teachers – join our Reliever team and find the freedom, support, and future you deserve.

Flexible days. Meaningful work.
Be part of a supportive teaching community.
Make a difference — one day at a time.

Part-time, Contract

Reliever Teachers - Wellington

Wellington, Wellington

BestStart is calling! Qualified ECE Teachers – join our Reliever Team and find the freedom, support, and future you deserve.

Join a community that values your experience.
Stay connected to tamariki and the joy of learning.
Make a difference — one day at a time.

Part-time, Contract

Reliever Teachers - Auckland

Auckland City, Auckland

BestStart is calling! Qualified ECE Teachers - Join our Reliever Team and find the freedom, support, and future you deserve.

Flexible days. Meaningful work
Stay connected to what you love — teaching
Make a difference — one day at a time

Part-time, Contract

Reliever Teacher - Hastings

Hastings, Hawke's Bay

Your Teaching Career, Your Lifestyle – Relieve with BestStart in Hastings

Part-time, Contract

ECE Teacher-in-Training (BestStart Wainoni Road)

Christchurch City, Canterbury

Grow your ECE career with BestStart Wainoni Road! Support, study perks & a caring, diverse team.

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Qualified Teacher (BestStart Opihi)

Timaru, Canterbury

Join our caring team at BestStart Opihi! A supportive place to learn, grow, and make a difference with tamariki every day.

Play-based, child-led curriculum supporting tamariki
Ongoing PD and leadership pathways available
Collaborative environment focused on learning together

Full-time, Permanent

Reliever Teacher - Nelson

Nelson, Nelson / Tasman

Join BestStart Berryfields Crossing as a Reliever Teacher! Flexible hours, vibrant Nelson lifestyle, and a nurturing centre community await.

Join a supportive, fun and collaborative team
Support your community within
People first, development opportunities for growth

Part-time, Contract

Reliever Teacher - Timaru

Timaru, Canterbury

Looking for Flexibility, Balance, and Purpose? Join BestStart as a Reliever Teacher in Timaru!

Support your community within
We can offer fantastic career pathways!
We can offer you stability - Join a well established organisation

Part-time, Contract

Reliever Teacher - Dunedin

Make an impact with flexible teaching in Dunedin. Join BestStart as a reliever across a range of early learning centres.

Make a difference in your community!
Opportunities for career development
Fantastic new opportunity where no 2 days will be the same!

Part-time, Contract

Reliever Teacher - Balclutha

Looking for Reliever Teachers to join our BestStart Balclutha Centre! Enjoy flexibility, career growth, and make a real impact!

Join a supportive, fun and collaborative team
Support your community within
Guide, Grow, and Ignite Curiosity in Every Child!

Part-time, Contract

Toddlers Teacher - Palmerston North

Palmerston North, Manawatu / Whanganui

If you are ready for a new direction, positive energy and enviable future opportunities, we have the perfect role for you!

Full pay parity
50% childcare fees for your child
Career-advancing professional development

Be an early applicant

Teacher-in-Training (BestStart Aidanfield)

Christchurch City, Canterbury

New year, new beginnings! Start 2026 with BestStart Aidanfield and grow your ECE career in a supportive, nurturing team.

Build confidence while making a real difference for tamariki
Study support and mentoring to help you succeed in your degree
Subsidised health insurance to support your wellbeing

Be an early applicant

Teacher-in-Training (BestStart Mangorei Road)

New Plymouth, Taranaki

Come join us at BestStart Mangorei Road!

Supportive Environment and Fantastic Perks!
Childcare Discounts!
STAND UP and STAND OUT with BestStart!

Be an early applicant

Centre Manager (BestStart New Plymouth)

New Plymouth, Taranaki

Come join us as Centre Manager in New Plymouth!

Leadership Opportunity!
Childcare Discounts!
STAND UP and STAND OUT with BestStart!

Full-time, Permanent

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