Qualified Teacher (BestStart Shelly Bay Road)
BestStart Education
Listing Description
Description
Start Here. Grow Here.
At BestStart Shelly Bay Road, we believe in nurturing resilient, connected learners. Inspired by the Reggio Emilia approach, our learning environment is a haven for adventure and discovery. Through collaborative play and exploration, we empower children to build strong connections with their peers, educators, and the natural world.
We currently have two qualified teaching positions available. One full-time 40 hour role in our preschool room, and one part-time 30 hour role in our toddlers room.
Why Join Us?
- Full Pay Parity
- Comprehensive induction and ongoing mentoring
- Access to extensive online professional development
- Clear career progression opportunities
- Funded teacher registration
- $2,000 referral bonus for referring a qualified teacher*
- Childcare discounts
Your Wellbeing Matters
- Subsidised health insurance
- Annual flu vaccinations
- Confidential counselling through EAP
- Sick leave from your first day
- An additional week of leave after 10 years of service
What You'll Bring
- A BEd/Dip Teaching Level 7 qualification (ECE or Primary)
- Current New Zealand teacher registration
- Confidence in supporting and extending child-led learning
- A strong commitment to Te Tiriti o Waitangi and bicultural practice
- Sound knowledge of Te Whāriki and ECE Regulations, with a focus on quality and compliance
If you're ready to make a meaningful impact in a centre that values growth, connection, and excellence, we'd love to hear from you. Join BestStart Shelly Bay Road, where you can inspire young minds and grow your own career.
Application details
Applications Close: 02/07/2026 Apply online for this role or contact BestStart Educare Limited for more information.
BestStart Education
At BestStart, we are at the forefront of early childhood education, dedicated to making a positive impact and passionate about our work. We offer exceptional early education and award-winning childcare services for infants, toddlers, and preschoolers.
Our primary goal isto deliver high-quality education to the children in our community, and we are actively engaged in groundbreaking research focused on children's oral language development and self-regulation, known as Kia Tīmata Pai. This research initiative involves approximately 1,600 BestStart preschoolers, highlighting our commitment to continuous improvement and innovation.
BestStart is committed to being a progressive and adaptable leader in the early childhood education sector. Our educators are highly valued for the transformative role they play in shaping children's lives. We are proud to announce that BestStart has implemented Full pay parity, underscoring our dedication to fairness and equity within our organisation.
At BestStart, we prioritise the support and growth of our teams through tailored professional development pathways. We believe in nurturing talent and empowering our employees to reach their full potential.
