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Head Teacher

Awatea KindergartenSenior Leadership
NZ, New Zealand
Australasia
Full Time
Status
Actively Hiring
Date Listed30 March 2026
ContractPermanent
PlatformAPAC

About This Role

Awatea Kindergarten Wellington

Head Teacher

Early learning / kōhanga reo, Head teacher

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

Listed 8:12 am 18 March 2026
Closes 11.45pm 07 April 2026
Vacancy reference #: 1HArtQ

Awatea Kindergarten is situated close to the centre of Porirua, a vibrant and diverse community known for its rich cultural identity and strong sense of connection among whānau. The community reflects a youthful, multicultural population, including significant Māori and Pacific communities, whose languages, traditions, and values contribute strongly to the character of the neighbourhood.
 
Awatea Kindergarten sits at the heart of this community, surrounded by generations of families who value strong relationships, cultural pride, and shared responsibility for nurturing tamariki.
It is only 10 minutes' walk from the railway station and is next to Porirua East School. We have a rich, well-resourced learning environment, and our multi-level outdoor area provides challenge and opportunities for both active and quiet experiences.
 
We have a genuine commitment to growing our Te Tiriti-based practice, and the local pūrakau of Awarua is the basis of our philosophy which genuinely guides our curriculum. We have strong connections with our local community, especially the community gardens next door and serve the many people of Porirua.
 
We are open full year and licensed for 42 children aged 2 -5 who attend for 6 hours each day.  You will join our team of 4 other teachers.

How to apply

To appy click the vacancy link, or for more information get in touch with us.

Leigh Comeskey
vacancies@wmkindergartens.org.nz
021 722 689

Vacancy link:

Vacancy reference #:1HArtQ

Listed 8:12 am 18 March 2026
Closes 11.45pm 07 April 2026

Awatea Kindergarten NZ

ECE centre details

Awatea Kindergarten

Type: Free Kindergarten
Maximum licenced places: 42

Service ID: 5362
ERO report
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Physical address:
19 Awatea Street, Porirua East, Porirua

Postal Address:
Porirua 5240

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Application Details
Application Deadline
Ongoing
Effective Date of Employment
Immediate / Flexible
Reference ID
E1A1D53F