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Canterbury · 1HAtds

Experienced ECE Teacher to support transition to school

Deb's Place Early Learning Centre

Full time, PermanentEarly learning / kōhanga reo, Certificated teacher

Listed 31 Aug 2026 · Closes 18 Sept 2026

About the role

Monday–Friday | 9:00am–3:30pm | Christchurch Deb’s Place Early Learning Centre is looking for a capable, fun and experienced ECE teacher to join our preschool whānau and facilitate our Transition to School programme. We are a family-owned and operated centre with a supportive team, realistic expectations and a genuine commitment to work/life balance. One of our biggest points of difference is our massive outdoor environment, giving tamariki plenty of space to move, explore, take risks and learn through play. A teacher with an interest in movement, physical development or outdoor learning would be a great fit. You’ll work in our preschool room (2-5) with the responsibility for supporting our older preschool children to have a successful transition to school - nurturing their confidence, independence, social skills and early literacy and mathematical thinking as they prepare for school – while keeping learning fun and developmentally appropriate. We're looking for someone who: Is a qualified and registered ECE teacher Has relevant teaching experience in New Zealand Is confident taking the lead with our Transition to School programme Is fun, energetic and enjoys getting involved with tamariki Brings ideas, initiative and their own strengths to the curriculum Values strong relationships with children, whānau and colleagues This is a Monday–Friday, 9:00am–3:30pm role, ideal for an experienced teacher who also wants a work/life balance. Please note: Applicants must already be based in New Zealand and meet the qualification, registration and NZ teaching experience requirements above. We will not be considering overseas applications for this position. Sound like you? We’d love to hear from you and welcome you into the Deb’s Place whānau. Please download the Application questions and send through with your CV to info@debsearlylearning.com.

Learning-area tags: Belonging / Mana Whenua, Contribution / Mana Tangata, Communication / Mana Reo, Exploration / Mana Aotūroa, Well-being / Mana Atua

How to apply

Please send your CV, and direct enquiries to: Amy Jurac 29 MacAulay Street, Addington info@debsearlylearning.com 03 338 4470 Download our Initial application questions Initial Interview questions v2

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School details

Type
Education & Care Service
Address
29 Macaulay Street, Christchurch