Wattle Cove - Beginner Teacher

New Graduate Teacher – Wattle Cove, Manurewa
Full Time (40 hours per week)
Job Ref Code: TEWATTC522
Competitive remuneration & Pay Parity!
Wonderful, fun team environment
Great child to teacher ratios
Fantastic professional development opportunities
Subsidised childcare for employees
Bus stop at the door
Situated next to local primary school (year 0 – 8) who offer before and after school care
We have a fantastic opportunity for a qualified beginner Teacher (new graduate) to join our fun-loving team at our home away from home in a very community focused well-resourced centre. We are inspired by the wonders of nature and pride ourselves in being part of the Enviroschools Kaupapa and offer a beautiful environment where children feel safe and a strong sense of belonging.
We are looking for a new teacher to join our team who will bring spark, drive, and a passion for learning working with young children in all age groups across the centre. We are seeking a Teacher who is versatile and a great communicator, a teacher who can deliver quality teaching practices within a team environment while work with Tamariki in a mixed age setting. You will need to be willing and proactive around change and possess the ability to build exceptional relationships with Tamariki, Whanau, team and the wider community.
Key Skills & Experience:
Hold a NZ ECE teacher qualification (level 7) and be provisionally or fully registered as an ECE teacher in New Zealand
Ability to teach children in a positive, nurturing way
Must be passionate, caring, and committed to education and care
Above all, have fun while working alongside a fabulous team and group of children!
We offer:
A purpose-built centre nestled in large grounds with beautiful natural spaces.
An experienced team, ready to welcome new members to our growing centre.
A range of professional learning opportunities and great professional support.
Support for provisionally certificated teachers, through an in-depth mentoring programme.
Competitive salary and pay parity!
Benefits we offer to ensure your Health & Wellbeing:
Six Weeks Annual Leave
Free Annual Flu Vaccinations
Confidential counselling through EAP
Sick leave days available on commencement
Supportive Coaching & Mentoring Programme
If this sounds like you and you hold a minimum Level 7 New Zealand Diploma or Bachelor in Early Childhood Education Level 7, and hold either a provisional or are fully certificated, we want to hear from you.
Start Date: To be negotiated
Hours of Work: Monday to Friday 40 hours per week
Closing Date: 4.00pm Wednesday 16th September 2026
Applicants for this position should have NZ residency (or a valid NZ work visa) and currently reside in NZ.
To apply for this position please click on the link attached.

Employment type
Full Time

Work arrangement
No