ECE Teacher-in-Training (BestStart Wigram)
BestStart Education
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Join Our Team as a Teacher in Training at BestStart Wigram
BestStart Wigram is looking for a passionate and dedicated Teacher in Training to join our energetic, supportive, and experienced team. We're committed to providing high‑quality early childhood education for the tamariki in our community, and we'd love to welcome someone who shares that purpose.
About BestStart Wigram
Our centre is a purpose‑designed childcare complex made up of two buildings, Tahi and Rua, located in the Wigram Skies subdivision near Hornby. Across our seven classrooms, each space is thoughtfully designed to support a specific age group:
- Infants (0–2 years)
- Toddlers (2–3.5 years)
- Preschoolers (3.5–6 years)
This structure allows us to offer age‑specific challenges, individualised learning plans, and developmentally appropriate resources for every stage of a child's learning journey. Our Kaiako work closely with whānau to incorporate home routines for our youngest tamariki, while our Set for School programme supports older children as they prepare for their transition to school.
About the Role
This position can be based in either our under‑2s or over‑2s classrooms, wherever your passion lies. If you're currently enrolled in a Level 7 ECE Bachelor programme (ideally in your first or second year) and have a genuine love for teaching young children, we'd love to hear from you.
This is a permanent, 35‑hour‑per‑week role, Monday to Friday.
Why BestStart?
At BestStart, we're proud to be a progressive, adaptable leader in the ECE sector. We value our teachers and the incredible impact they make, and we're delighted to have opted into FULL pay parity.
You'll also enjoy a range of benefits, including:
- Paid study support for Year 2 and 3 Teachers‑in‑Training*
- $2000 for referring a qualified teacher*
- Access to Whare Ako, our online learning platform
- Tailored PLD opportunities to grow your passions
- Multiple career pathways with wraparound support
- Subsidised health insurance*
- Free annual flu vaccinations
- Confidential EAP counselling
- Wellbeing programme
- Sick leave available from day one
What We're Looking For
We're seeking someone who brings:
- Enrolment in a Level 7 ECE Bachelor
- Understanding of child‑led curriculum, planning, and extending learning
- Knowledge of ECE Regulations, Te Whāriki, and a commitment to compliance
- A strong commitment to Te Tiriti o Waitangi in teaching practice
- Passion, professionalism, and a drive to deliver high‑quality learning experiences
Ready to Join Us? Click Apply Now and take the next step in your teaching journey. Become part of a team that values growth, collaboration, and the joy of learning. We can't wait to welcome you to BestStart Wigram.
Application details
Applications Close: 15/03/2026 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.
