Teacher-in-Training (BestStart Riccarton)
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Location
Location Christchurch City, Canterbury
Job type
Duration
Duration Permanent
Description
Start your ECE journey with a centre that values your growth and potential.
BestStart Riccarton is on the lookout for a passionate and motivated Teacher-in-Training to join our Preschool Room (Kowhai Room). If you're currently enrolled in a Level 7 ECE qualification (Bachelor or Graduate Diploma) and eager to gain hands-on experience in a supportive, high-quality centre—this could be your ideal next step.
Located in the heart of Riccarton, our spacious two-building centre boasts vibrant, well-resourced indoor and outdoor learning spaces that encourage creativity, curiosity, and exploration. Our experienced, tight-knit team works collaboratively to create a warm and engaging environment where tamariki thrive and kaiako are supported to grow.
We're looking for someone who:
* Is actively enrolled in a Level 7 ECE qualification
* Has a passion for child-led, play-based learning
* Is eager to contribute ideas and learn alongside experienced kaiako
* Understands ECE regulations, Te Whāriki, and bicultural practices
This is a permanent position, working 30 hours per week, Monday to Friday (9.00am – 3.30pm).
Why choose BestStart Riccarton?
We've opted into Full Pay Parity and are proud to support our teachers with:
* Paid study support (Years 2 and 3)
* Tailored professional learning and development
* Career progression pathways across our national network
* Subsidised health insurance with Southern Cross*
* Discounted childcare
* Sick leave available from day one
* Free flu vaccinations and access to EAP support
If you're ready to take the next step in your teaching journey, apply online today and become part of a centre that puts people, passion, and potential first.
Applications Close: 06/08/2025Apply online for this role or contact BestStart Educare Limited for more information.
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 activelyengaged 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.
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