Reliever Caregiver - Central Otago
BestStart Education
Listing Description
Description
BestStart is on the lookout for Reliever Caregivers to join our centres across Queenstown, Arrowtown, Wānaka, and Cromwell. Whether you're exploring a career in early childhood or simply love supporting tamariki to thrive, this is your chance to make a real difference one fun-filled day at a time.
Our relievers are the heartbeat of our centres, stepping in with energy and care to ensure every child feels valued, safe, and inspired to learn. You'll have the opportunity to support our BestStart centres across the region, bringing flexibility and variety to your working week while being part of a supportive, passionate team.
What you'll be doing:
- Jumping into daily classroom activities alongside our permanent teams
- Helping tamariki learn, grow, and have a great time
- Pitching in with care, creativity, and a big smile
- Enjoying variety—no two days are ever the same
What we're looking for:
- A natural with young children
- Flexible, reliable, and ready to roll up your sleeves
- Kind, respectful, and full of positive energy
- A team player who's happy to adapt and get stuck in
No ECE qualification? No problem! This is a fantastic way to gain hands-on experience and see if early childhood education is your calling.
Why BestStart?
At BestStart, we believe in supporting each other, celebrating growth, and creating inspiring learning environments. If you're passionate about helping tamariki shine, we'd love to have you on board.
Ready to join the team? Apply now and start your journey with BestStart across Queenstown, Arrowtown, Wānaka, and Cromwell, we can't wait to meet you!
Application details
Applications Close: 30/04/2026 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.
