Qualified Teacher (BestStart Ferry Road)
BestStart Education
Listing Description
Description
BestStart Ferry Road is seeking a passionate and dedicated Qualified and Certificated Teacher to join our energetic, close-knit team in 2026. Guided by our philosophy “Where culture thrives,” we are a centre where everyone belongs.
When you walk through our doors, you'll feel the strength of our community. We celebrate diversity, value each child's home culture, and build strong, respectful partnerships with whānau. These relationships are the foundation of our centre and create a vibrant community that enjoys coming together for events, learning, and shared celebrations.
About the Role
We are looking for an experienced and nurturing teacher to join our Ōpāwaho (Under 2s) room, working with pēpi aged 0–2 years. This permanent role is 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday, 8:30am–5:00pm.
Our cosy under-twos space offers:
- Smaller ratios for meaningful one-on-one connections
- Purposefully designed indoor and outdoor environments
- Personalised learning experiences aligned to each child's interests and milestones
- A child-led curriculum that encourages curiosity and exploration
- A spacious, nature-rich outdoor area that supports discovery and challenge
Why Choose BestStart?
At BestStart, our teachers are recognised for the positive difference they make. We're proud to offer FULL pay parity and a wide range of benefits, including:
- Supportive mentoring and induction programme
- Ongoing professional learning through Whare Ako
- Career development and leadership pathways
- Discounted childcare
- $2,000 referral bonus for qualified teachers*
Your Wellbeing Matters!
We prioritise your health and wellbeing with:
- Subsidised health insurance*
- Free annual flu vaccinations
- Confidential EAP counselling
- Wellbeing programmes
- Sick leave from day one
- One extra week of leave after 10 years' service
Role Requirements
- BEd / Dip Teaching Level 7 (ECE) and current NZ Teacher Certification
- Strong understanding of child-led curriculum and assessment
- Sound knowledge of ECE Regulations and Te Whāriki
- Commitment to Te Tiriti o Waitangi in practice
- Passion for high-quality teaching and learning
How to Apply: Click Apply Now and join a centre that values culture, connection, and growth. We can't wait to welcome you to BestStart Ferry Road.
Application details
Applications Close: 07/02/2026 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.
