Kaiako Māraurau

Are you a passionate kaiako who loves seeing tamariki grow, explore, discover and thrive?

We’re looking for an enthusiastic Kaiako Māraurau | Teacher to join our Central Kids whānau. This position is fixed-term to cover a parental leave period from March 2027 to September 2027. 

Bring your ideas, strengths and passion for early childhood education to a supportive team where tamariki are at the heart of everything we do.

Ko wai tātou? | Who are we?

Our values guide how we teach, learn and grow together:

Manaakitanga | We welcome in and grow people
Kaitiakitanga | We nurture tamariki and their connection to te taiao
Kotahitanga | We work together, unified in our purpose
Rangatiratanga | We serve with courage and integrity
Kia Haumaru | We create safe and inclusive space 

We’re committed to Te Tiriti o Waitangi and bicultural practice, meaningful partnerships with whānau, and creating spaces where tamariki feel safe and supported.

Ko wai koe? | Who are you?

You'll thrive with us if you:

• put tamariki at the centre of your practice
• value Te Reo Māori me ōna Tikanga
• build warm, respectful relationships with tamariki, whānau and community
• enjoy collaborating and sharing ideas
• bring curiosity, reflection and a willingness to grow
• are passionate about inclusive, high-quality early childhood education

What you’ll need

• Level 7 ECE teaching qualification
• Current practising certificate
• Current first aid certificate
• Entitlement to work in Aotearoa New Zealand

New graduate kaiako are warmly encouraged to apply.

Central Kids is a party to the KTCA 2026-2028

Sound like you?

We’d love to hear from you.

Come and bring your energy, ideas and unique strengths to Central Kids, and help create places where tamariki, whānau and kaiako can grow together.