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Geckos Early Learning Centre Northland

Qualified ECE Teachers – Casual Relievers

  • Part-time (0.2 FTTE)
  • Long-term relieving (LTR) from 12 Oct 2026
  • Suitable for beginning teachers

About the role

Looking for casual teaching opportunities in a small, welcoming early learning environment?

We are growing our reliever pool across Hātea Early Learning Centre, Geckos Childcare and Little Geckos. Our centres are close to one another in Whangārei, offering opportunities to work alongside our established teaching teams with different age groups.

We are mainly seeking qualified ECE teachers to provide cover for annual leave, sickness and other staffing needs. Whether you are looking for occasional days or would like to be considered for more frequent relieving opportunities, we would love to hear from you.

About the role

As a casual reliever, you will:

  • help create a safe, welcoming environment where tamariki feel secure and included
  • support children’s play and learning through meaningful interactions and intentional teaching
  • work alongside our kaiako to maintain familiar routines and continuity of care
  • build positive relationships with tamariki, whānau and colleagues
  • follow centre policies and contribute to the smooth running of the day.

About you

We are looking for someone who:

  • holds a recognised ECE teaching qualification and a current New Zealand practising certificate
  • is warm, reliable and comfortable adapting to different teams and age groups
  • shows initiative and enjoys being actively involved with tamariki
  • has a sound understanding of Te Whāriki and values children’s individual interests, cultures and learning
  • communicates well and works collaboratively with others.

What we offer

  • Small centres where you can get to know the children and teaching teams.
  • A welcoming team and an introduction to each centre’s routines.
  • Opportunities to relieve across three nearby centres.
  • Casual work that can be considered around your availability.

This is a casual position, with shifts offered as needed. Availability for short-notice cover is helpful, and planned leave cover may also be available.

Direct enquiries to:

How to apply

Please send your CV, and direct enquiries to: [email protected]

Role details

Role
Certificated teacher
Sector
Early learning / kōhanga reo
Position
Part-time (0.2 FTTE), Long-term relieving (LTR) from 12 Oct 2026
Reason for the relieving position
Cover for annual leave, sickness and other staffing needs.
Learning areas
Belonging / Mana Whenua, Communication / Mana Reo, Contribution / Mana Tangata, Exploration / Mana Aotūroa, Reo Matatini, Well-being / Mana Atua
Region
Northland

Employer

Geckos Early Learning Centre

11a Cross Street, Regent, Whangarei

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