Qualified Teacher (BestStart Lemon Street), New Plymouth
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BestStart

Qualified Teacher (BestStart Lemon Street)

  • Posted 1mo ago
  • On Site
  • Full Time

New Plymouth

Job Description

Start Here. Grow Here.


At BestStart Lemon Street, we believe that every child deserves a strong foundation for a brighter, more exciting future! We work closely with our families to create a strong, vibrant community where everyone feels valued, respected, and inspired. Together, we nurture the connections that make our tamariki feel safe, supported, and ready to take on the world with confidence.


We are seeking a passionate, qualified Teacher to join our team in a permanent full-time position, working 40 hours per week.


Why Join BestStart?


  • Full Pay Parity
  • Comprehensive induction and ongoing mentoring
  • Access to a wide range of professional development opportunities
  • Clear pathways for career growth and progression
  • Funded teacher registration
  • $2,000 referral bonus for introducing a qualified teacher*
  • Childcare discounts for your whānau


Supporting Your Wellbeing


  • Subsidised health insurance (eligibility criteria applies)
  • Annual flu vaccinations
  • Confidential counselling through EAP
  • Sick leave from your first day
  • An additional week of annual leave after 10 years of service


About You


You will bring:

  • A Level 7 BEd/Dip Teaching qualification (ECE)
  • Current New Zealand teacher registration
  • Confidence in supporting child-led learning experiences
  • A commitment to Te Tiriti o Waitangi and bicultural practice
  • Strong knowledge of Te Whāriki, ECE regulations, and quality teaching practice


If you're looking for a centre where relationships, learning, and growth are valued, we'd love to hear from you. Join BestStart Lemon Street and be part of a team that makes a meaningful difference every day while supporting your own professional journey.

Desired Hard Skills

  • Child-led Learning
  • Teacher Registration
  • Te Whāriki Knowledge

Desired Soft Skills

  • Teamwork
  • Commitment to Bicultural Practice
  • Confidence

Additional Compensation

  • REFERRAL_BONUSES

Benefits & Perks

Culture

  • 🤱 Extended Parental Leave
  • 🧕 Inclusive Workspace
  • 👶 Childcare Support
  • 🩺 Health Insurance
  • ⚖ Work-Life Balance Support
  • 💚 Counselling Services
  • 🌿 Wellness Program
  • 🏥 Subsidised Health Insurance
  • 📈 Professional Development
  • 🏎 Competitive Salary
  • 🎉 Employee Discounts and Rewards
  • 🅿 Free Parking
  • 🎖 Long Service Rewards
  • 📣 Referral Bonuses
  • 💻 Company Supplied Technology
  • ⛑ Uniform Provided
  • ⏰ Flexible Work
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  • 🌐 INZ Accredited Employer

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