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Kindergarten Kaiako
Central Kids Kindergartens - Ōwhata
Full time, PermanentEarly learning / kōhanga reo, Certificated teacherBeginning teachers welcome
Listed 31 Aug 2026 · Closes 25 September 2026 3.00pm
About the role
We are looking for a motivated and enthusiastic kaiako to join our teams in supporting tamariki and whānau to achieve their full potential. Ko wai tatou? | Who are we? Ko ngā tamariki te pūtake | children are central to all that we do. Me tiaki, me manaaki i te taiao | Protect and enhance the environment. Manaakitanga | Encourage mana in others through care, generosity, and goodwill. Kotahitanga | Connectedness in collaboration Te arataki ā-tikanga rua | Bicultural leadership At Central Kids all tamariki are respected and included for who they are. We celebrate diversity so that all whānau feel welcome and supported. We are committed to upholding Te Tiriti o Waitangi partnerships, which we bring to life through our cultural strategy and determination to see Te Reo Māori me ona Tikanga thrive. Our kaiako are respected and supported through ongoing professional development opportunities, to ensure we are always learning and improving our delivery of Te Whāriki. Central Kids is a party to the Kindergarten Teacher Collective Agreement (KTCA). Other benefits you'll enjoy: Discounted kindergarten fees for your own tamariki Discounted health insurance Boost membership Free flu vaccination Confidential free EAP services Ko wai koe? | Who are you? We are looking for someone who: is a strong advocate for tamariki understands Te Tiriti o Waitangi based partnerships with tamariki and whānau demonstrates a commitment to Te Reo Māori me ona Tikanga embraces a culture of strong health, safety, aroha, mana, tiaki, and manaaki has an awareness of the culture of child protection is dedicated to supporting the social and emotional growth of tamariki is willing to create and maintain strong relationships with the wider community and outside agencies demonstrates a growth mindset Requirements for this role: entitled to work in Aotearoa, New Zealand level 7 Teaching qualification specialising in ECE hold a current practising certificate hold a valid first aid certification - level 1 or higher
Learning-area tags: Belonging / Mana Whenua, Contribution / Mana Tangata, Communication / Mana Reo, Exploration / Mana Aotūroa, Well-being / Mana Atua
How to apply
To apply click the vacancy link: Ashley Thompson a.thompson@centralkids.org.nz 0800 845 633 ext 2
Official Gazette listing ↗School details
- Type
- Free Kindergarten
- Address
- 36 Wharenui Road, Rotorua