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Certified Kaiako (1-2 year olds)

NZ, New Zealand
Australasia
Full Time
Status
Actively Hiring
Date Listed30 March 2026
ContractPermanent
PlatformInstitution Direct

About This Role

Pīwaka Early Learning Centre Auckland

Certified Kaiako (1-2 year olds)

Early learning / kōhanga reo, Certificated teacher 

Belonging / Mana Whenua, Contribution / Mana Tangata, Communication / Mana Reo, Exploration / Mana Aotūroa, Well-being / Mana Atua

Listed 12:15 pm 20 March 2026
Closes 3pm 10 April 2026
Vacancy reference #: 1HArw5

We are seeking a passionate teacher who prides themselves in delivering high-quality care.

We have five classrooms with five to six teachers per room and are looking for certified teacher. Our opening hours are 7:00am to 5:30pm and we are nestled in the heart of Glen Eden.

Our teaching team is supportive and collaborative with a strong sense of whanaungatanga and fun. We are a progressive centre and constantly challenge ourselves to grow and improve. We provide a strong mentoring system to support kaiako with teacher certification.

The role:

This is a permanent 35–40-hour role within our 1-2-year-old room. You will work closely alongside the Room Leader to ensure our tamariki receive the highest quality care and education. Our ideal candidate will be a collaborative team player with at least some prior experience in New Zealand early childhood education, importantly, a strong understanding of Te Whāriki, and the ability to create a warm, welcoming learning environment. Above all, you will bring a genuine passion for working with our tamariki.

Why join us?

  • Full pay parity and staff childcare discount
  • Ongoing professional development opportunities tailored to your growth
  • A supportive, passionate management team that values reflective practice and shared leadership
  • A centre environment where quality curriculum and planning are prioritised.
  • High-quality teacher:child ratios 

About you

  • You are a qualified and registered ECE teacher with proven experience in New Zealand early childhood education.
  • You are a strong communicator and collaborative team player, committed to fostering positive, respectful relationships with colleagues, tamariki, and whānau.
  • You are aligned with our centre’s philosophy and share our vision of creating a best-in-class centre for our tamariki.

To know more about us, check out our website.

We look forward to meeting you and showing you our awesome centre!

Open to applicants with NZ residency only, and are available within the next 4-6 weeks

Ngā mihi o te tau hou

How to apply

Please send your CV, and direct enquiries to:

Ginny Trethewey
ginny@piwaka.nz
027 573 6800

Vacancy link:

Vacancy reference #:1HArw5

Listed 12:15 pm 20 March 2026
Closes 3pm 10 April 2026

Pīwaka Early Learning Centre NZ

ECE centre details

Pīwaka Early Learning Centre

Type: Education & Care Service
Maximum licenced places: 140

Service ID: 20156
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Physical address:
4 - 6 Wilson Road, Glen Eden, Auckland

Postal Address:
Glen Eden, Auckland 0641

Compensation

£30,000 - £45,000+ (Regional Equivalent)
*Estimated range based on regional data averages for this role profile. Extracted packages may vary.
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Application Details
Application Deadline
Ongoing
Effective Date of Employment
Immediate / Flexible
Reference ID
26C8019A