Head Teacher (BestStart Waihi East)
BestStart Education
Listing Description
Description
About Us: At BestStart Waihi East, we believe in sustainable learning for life. Through kaitiakitanga, we support tamariki to protect our whenua and develop deep connections with their community, each other, and Papatūānuku. Our centre is a place where relationships thrive and learning is celebrated every day.
The Opportunity: This is your chance to lead and grow in a role where you'll truly make an impact. As Head Teacher, you'll guide and inspire a passionate team, championing a culture of collaboration, respect, and high-quality practice. You'll help shape rich learning experiences, nurture professional growth, and build strong partnerships with whānau to ensure the best outcomes for our tamariki.
This is a permanent fulltime position working 40 hours per week.
Why BestStart? Leadership at BestStart is a supported and valued journey. We're committed to growing strong, confident leaders through tailored development, ongoing professional learning, and full pay parity. We also offer:
- Access to Whare Ako – our world-class learning platform
- Subsidised health insurance
- $2,000 referral bonus for referring qualified teachers*
- Free annual flu vaccinations
- Sick leave from day one
- One week of additional leave after 10 years' service
- Free confidential counselling through EAP
- Childcare Discounts
What We're Looking For:
- Qualified and certified ECE or Primary teacher (Level 7)
- A confident, people-focused leader who inspires and motivates
- Strong understanding of Te Whāriki and current ECE regulations
- A growth mindset and commitment to innovation and inclusive practice
- A collaborative approach to leading teams and engaging with whānau
Ready to Lead the Way? Click Apply Now to take your next leadership step!
Application details
Applications Close: 15/02/2026 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.
