Waitaki, Otago

Part time

Permanent

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. BestStart Oamaru Kindy is seeking a passionate Caregiver to join our energetic and tight-knit team. Our focus is to provide quality education to the children in our community.

BestStart Oamaru Kindy is situated in a lovely old, converted villa which creates a nice, homely feel for the children and families attending our centre. We have a large, sheltered and private playground. Our centre vision ""Learning as we play, growing as we learn together"" highlights our focus growing children's social skills and learning through play. Each member of our team plans and provides fun learning experiences to extend childrens' skills and knowledge.

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. 

Our benefits include:

• 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*
• Discounted childcare

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 the Role:

You will be joining a tight knit team, working 15 hours per week, 8am-11am Monday-Friday, with possibility of additional hours to help cover leave.

As a caregiver at BestStart, you will have the incredible opportunity to make a positive impact on the lives of young children, providing them with a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment. We believe in fostering a love for learning, creativity, and exploration in our tamariki. At BestStart, we value our caregivers and provide ongoing support and professional development opportunities. We believe in creating a positive and inclusive work 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 learning
• Fully participate in centre activities across all classrooms and cover staff breaks where necessary
• Support centre operations at all levels

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.