Teacher-in-Training (BestStart Glenfield)
BestStart Education
Listing Description
Description
About the Role: Are you a passionate Teacher in Training looking for the perfect place to learn and grow? We have an exciting opportunity in our infants' room for someone who is eager to develop their skills alongside an experienced team. The ideal candidate will be confident, have strong communication skills, and be open to learning. While some experience in ECE, including reliever work, is preferred, we welcome applicants at any year level of study. Knowledge of the RIE approach would be a great advantage!
This is a permanent position, working 40 hours per week Monday - Friday (Can be flexible with 4 x 10 hour days or 5 x 8 hour days)
What We're Looking For:
- Enrolment in a Level 7 ECE Bachelor or Graduate Diploma course
- A passion for working with infants and a desire to learn from experienced educators
- Strong communication skills and the confidence to engage with children, families, and colleagues
- Understanding of child-led curriculum and a commitment to high-quality education
- Knowledge of ECE Regulations, Te Whāriki, and a strong regard for compliance
- Commitment to Te Tiriti o Waitangi through pedagogical practices
Why Join Us?
- Paid study support for Year 2 and 3 Teachers-in-Training*
- Refer a Qualified Teacher and receive $2000*
- Professional development through Whare Ako, our online learning platform
- Multiple career pathways and tailored PLD opportunities to support your growth
- Health and wellbeing benefits, including subsidised health insurance, free flu vaccinations, confidential counselling, and wellbeing programs
- Sick leave from day one
If you're ready to take the next step in your teaching journey, we'd love to hear from you!
Application details
Applications Close: 27/02/2026 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.
