Education

ECE Registered Teacher | Busy Bees Terrace End

Busy Bees Aotearoa · 1001-5000 employees

Palmerston North, Manawatū-Whanganui11 days ago
OnsiteFull timeContractNo experience needed

What the role involves

  • Planning educational journeys
  • Capturing learning assessments
  • Building positive relationships

What they ask for

Recognized NZ ECE or Primary teaching qualification with current NZ registration; right to work in New Zealand; warm communication, proactive spirit, and confidence using digital tools.

  • Professional licence or registration

About the job

Become part of a dedicated team that is passionate about creating exceptional learning experiences for tamariki. Our spacious, purpose-built centre offers a warm and welcoming environment where experienced kaiako work collaboratively to nurture children's confidence, independence, and curiosity.

With strong community connections and a culture built on kindness, empathy, and encouragement, you'll be supported to bring your strengths to the team while helping children feel safe, valued, and inspired to challenge themselves every day.

This is a fixed term role until July 2027

Why Us? | Hei aha mātou?

  • We offer full Pay Parity and Staff Uniforms are provided
  • Access supportive leadership, access subsidised childcare and development opportunities
  • We cover the costs of your annual flu vaccinations and First Aid certification.
  • Be part of a wider national network with established systems

The Opportunity | Te Āheinga

  • Draw on Te Whāriki to plan and guide the educational journey of each child.
  • Celebrate the magic of learning by capturing and sharing high-quality assessments so every child's progress can be celebrated.
  • Create a supportive, equitable atmosphere where a sense of belonging is prioritised.
  • Work collaboratively to build positive relationships across the team.
  • Maintain a safe, beautiful environment where child wellbeing is the priority.

About You | Mōu

  • A recognised New Zealand ECE or Primary teaching qualification with current NZ registration.
  • Warm communication style and the ability to build strong relationships.
  • Proactive spirit and the integrity to act in ways that are fair and ethical.
  • Passion for the NZ national curriculum and a drive to share fresh, creative ideas.
  • Confidence using digital tools to document learning and stay connected with families.

How to apply

Please submit your CV and a cover letter outlining your experience and why this opportunity excites you.

Applicants must have the right to work in New Zealand.

Why Work for Busy Bees? If you’re passionate about early learning, Busy Bees is the place to be. Although we are part of a global organisation, our company was founded by three families looking for better, more enriching childcare. Three decades later, we still keep the same values at heart.

We know that we couldn’t do what we do without the important people in our teams. We invest in our people and work with them to build career pathways that inspire.

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