Caregiver (BestStart Primrose)
BestStart Education
Listing Description
Description
Start Here. Grow Here.
At BestStart Primrose Street, relationships are at the centre of everything we do. Guided by the value of aroha, we create a caring and inclusive environment where tamariki feel safe, supported, and empowered to learn. We work closely with whānau to build meaningful connections and provide positive learning experiences that help every child thrive.
We're looking for a passionate and motivated team member to join our close-knit team in a permanent part-time role (30 hours per week). Whether you're experienced in early childhood education or looking to further develop your skills, this is a rewarding opportunity to make a real difference every day.
What You'll Be Doing
- Supporting children's learning, wellbeing, and development
- Helping to create engaging play-based experiences that spark exploration and creativity
- Building positive relationships with tamariki, whānau, and colleagues
- Contributing to a collaborative team culture and high-quality learning environment
What We're Looking For
- Experience working with children under five is preferred, but not essential
- A genuine passion for working with young children
- A positive attitude and willingness to learn
- Strong communication skills and a team-focused approach
Why BestStart?
- Access to ongoing professional learning through Whare Ako
- Opportunities to grow your career across New Zealand's largest ECE provider
- Discounted childcare for your family
- Subsidised health insurance
- $2,000 referral bonus for recommending qualified teachers*
If you're looking for a role where you can build meaningful relationships, support children's growth, and be part of a welcoming team, we'd love to hear from you. Apply Now!
Application details
Applications Close: 04/07/2026 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.












