ECE Teacher-in-Training Opportunities
BestStart Education
Listing Description
Description
Kickstart Your Teaching Career with BestStart
Are you studying towards your teaching qualification and excited to make a real difference for young tamariki?
BestStart has opportunities for Teachers in Training across Christchurch. This is your chance to grow your skills, gain hands-on experience, and be supported by a team who values your journey as much as you do.
About the Role
We have permanent positions (16–40 hours per week, 2–5 days), with opportunities to work in either under 2s or over 2s, tailored to your passion and interests. You'll work alongside experienced Kaiako who will mentor, guide, and support you as you develop your teaching practice.
Why Choose BestStart?
We're invested in your success, offering:
- Paid study support for Year 2 and 3 Teachers in Training*
- $2,000 referral bonus when you refer a qualified teacher*
- Discounted childcare
- Ongoing professional development through Whare Ako, our online learning platform
- Career pathways designed to help you grow and succeed
Your Wellbeing Matters
At BestStart, we look after our people with:
- Subsidised health insurance*
- Sick leave from day one
- Free annual flu vaccinations
- Confidential counselling through EAP
- A comprehensive wellbeing programme
What We're Looking For
We want future educators who are:
- Enrolled in a Level 7 ECE Bachelor or Graduate Diploma
- Passionate about child-led learning and extending tamariki interests
- Familiar with ECE regulations, Te Whāriki, and compliance standards
- Committed to honouring Te Tiriti o Waitangi in their practice
- Energetic, motivated, and dedicated to providing quality education and care
Start Your Journey with Us! With BestStart, your ECE career can go anywhere. Take the first step in building your future, apply today and join a team that values collaboration, learning, and the joy of working with tamariki.
Application details
Applications Close: 24/10/2025 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.
