Caregiver (BestStart Riverbend Road)
BestStart Education
Listing Description
Description
Start Here. Grow Here.
At BestStart Riverbend Road, manaakitanga is at the heart of everything we do. We believe strong relationships create the foundation for confident, capable learners, which is why we take the time to truly know each child and their whānau. Through kindness, generosity, and aroha, we create a warm and welcoming environment where tamariki are encouraged to explore, discover, and learn together.
About the Role We're looking for an enthusiastic and caring team member to join our supportive team in a permanent, part-time role (24 hours per week) in our under 2's space. This is a fantastic opportunity to help inspire young minds while being part of a collaborative and values-driven centre culture.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide nurturing care and meaningful learning experiences for tamariki
- Create engaging, hands-on activities that spark curiosity and creativity
- Support the smooth day-to-day running of the centre alongside your team
- Build positive relationships with children, whānau, and colleagues
- Contribute to an inclusive, welcoming environment where everyone feels they belong
About You
- Experience working with children under five (qualification not essential)
- A genuine passion for early childhood education and supporting tamariki to thrive
- Positive, team-focused attitude with a willingness to contribute
- Eagerness to learn, grow, and be part of a caring community
Why Join Us?
- Ongoing professional development through Whare Ako
- Career growth opportunities across our nationwide network
- $2000 referral bonus for recommending qualified teachers*
- Discounted childcare for your whānau
- Subsidised health insurance*
Ready to Apply? If you're passionate about making a difference in the lives of tamariki and want to join a supportive, community-focused centre, we'd love to hear from you. Apply now and become part of the BestStart Riverbend Road whānau.
Application details
Applications Close: 06/06/2026 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.
