Education Gazette

Qualified Teacher – Break Cover Position
Little Taki's Community Kindergarten · Southland
About the role
Little Taki's Community Kindergarten is looking for a reliable, enthusiastic, and nurturing qualified early childhood teacher to join our teaching team in a full-time break cover position.
As we prepare to open our brand-new kindergarten in Nightcaps in March 2027 (subject to licensing), this is an exciting opportunity to be part of something special from the very beginning.
This role will involve floating between our under 2s and over 2s rooms, providing break cover for teachers throughout the day. You'll have the opportunity to build relationships with tamariki across both age groups, support our teaching teams and contribute to a positive, consistent learning environment.
What we offer
- Full-time position – 30-hour working week (8.45am–3.15pm).
- Full Pay Parity Scheme.
- Fortnightly paid staff meetings (2 hours).
- Professional growth and development opportunities.
- A supportive, welcoming team and beautiful rural setting.
- The opportunity to be part of establishing a brand-new community kindergarten.
We're looking for someone who:
- Holds a recognised ECE qualification and current Teaching Council Practising Certificate.
- Is confident working with both infants and toddlers and over-two-year-olds.
- Is flexible, adaptable and happy to move between rooms throughout the day.
- Builds warm, responsive and meaningful relationships with tamariki, whānau and colleagues.
- Has a strong understanding of Te Whāriki and play-based learning.
- Is a positive team player who can confidently step into different teaching environments and support the needs of each room.
If you're passionate about early childhood education, enjoy variety in your day and love being part of a collaborative teaching team, we'd love to hear from you!
Please note that Little Taki’s Community Kindergarten is not currently an accredited employer and is therefore unable to support work visa applications or sponsorship for overseas applicants.
Please share with anyone who might be interested.
Direct enquiries to:
Sarah O'Connell, Owner/Manager
- Phone
- 027 768 0649
- [email protected]
How to apply
Email your CV, Qualifications and cover letter to: [email protected]
Reference 1HB1Z3
Role details
- Role
- Certificated teacher
- Sector
- Early learning / kōhanga reo
- Position
- Full-time, permanent
- Incentives and allowances
- None listed
- Region
- Southland
About Little Taki's Community Kindergarten
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Reference 1HB1Z3 · https://gazette.education.govt.nz/vacancies/1HB1Z3
