Caregiver (Beststart Harrison St)

Full Time Application Closes 23 Nov 2024 Manawatu - Whanganui Preschool Teacher About the Role: We are seeking a compassionate and adaptable Caregiver to join our Infants Room at BestStart Harrison St. Wwe're looking for someone who thrives in a team environment, thinks on their feet, and uses initiative effectively.
We foster a love for learning, creativity, and exploration in our tamariki and believe in building strong, respectful relationships with both children and our team.
At BestStart, we value and support our caregivers, offering ongoing professional development opportunities and creating a positive, inclusive environment where everyone can thrive and grow.
Reporting to our Centre Manager and working within a close-knit team you will be joining a dedicated team of Teachers who provide quality care and education to our tamariki.
Here's what you'll do on a day-to day basis: · Provide amazing care and education to our tamariki · Champion the team spirit and engage in activities that empower and extend tamariki's learning · Fully participate in centre activities across all classrooms and cover staff breaks where necessary · Support centre operations at all levels  If you are reliable, respectful, and passionate about working with infants, and ideally have ECE experience, we would love to hear from you
This is a permanent position working 40 hours per week Monday-Friday Role requirements: Commit to making a difference in the lives of young learners with a team dedicated to excellence.
An ECE qualification is not required for this role, but a natural affinity with children – especially infants and toddlers, and experience working with children under five is a must.
You'll also have a high level of initiative and an ability to take direction from others.
Why choose us?
Here at BestStart we are committed to being a progressive and adaptable leader in the ECE sector where our Teachers are recognised for the positive difference they make in children's lives.
We are delighted to have opted into Full Pay Parity
Other benefits include: Online learning through Whare Ako our online learning platform Want to learn something new?
We will support you in taking your career to the next level Refer a Qualified Teacher and receive $2000* Your health and wellbeing are our priority, we offer: Subsidised health insurance with Southern Cross* Free annual flu vaccinations Confidential counselling through EAP Wellbeing programme.
Sick days available from the day you start One week additional leave for 10 years long service recognition About us: At BestStart, we're leaders in the early childhood sector, we make a difference and we love what we do.
We provide high-quality early education and award-winning childcare for infants, toddlers, and preschoolers.
Our focus is to provide quality education to the children in our community.