Live the country life in Cust – Nursery kaiako

A wonderful opportunity has arisen in our small, rural preschool. We are looking forward to meeting and welcoming a dedicated teacher into our Nursery whanau - a kaiako who has warmth, playfulness and a sense of fun at heart, a truly heart centred teacher. Our nursery has a natural home like feel with 8 tamariki and 3 kaiako each day and fabulous families.

We believe in a play-based philosophy where children’s interests and play urges are followed. Our role would suit a skilled, kind and enthusiastic kaiako - a life long learner who has a desire to be part of an experienced and playful team, sense of humour and great smile is a must! You would be part of an inspiring team who are respectful and have a commitment to children and their whanau. We value our teachers wellbeing and truly look after each other.

Our ideal team member would:

Have experience and passion working with and alongside Tamariki

Be knowledgeable and confident in using Te Whariki to plan, document and assess learning

Have a love of the outdoors and learning amongst nature

Be fun, energetic, reflective, warm and welcoming and able to establish and maintain meaningful relationships, a great team player and communicator.

We offer Full Pay Parity, subsidised childcare (if needed), ongoing mentoring and coaching, paid first aid and teacher registration, paid fortnightly team hui’s, coffee machine…and more!

If this position has sparked your curiosity, more about our special place and kaupapa can be found on our website- we would love to hear from you.

Position is able to be offered 4 or 5 permanent days/week

Ideal start date: Monday 11th January, 2027

Preschool maternity leave position also available from March 2027.