Registered ECE Teacher

WildHeart Belfast is a locally owned and operated early learning centre founded by registered ECE teachers. With over 85% qualified kaiako on our team and a commitment to full pay parity, we are proud to recognise and uplift excellence in teaching. We are seeking a qualified and registered ECE teacher to join us part‑time (20–30 hours) to work across all rooms, as soon as possible. If you’re passionate about nurturing tamariki in a warm, nature‑enriched environment, this could be the perfect role for you. We live our WildHeart values every day: Kotahitanga – Unity Whanaungatanga – Relationships Manaakitanga – Care and kindness Mauritanga – Life essence Whakamana – Empowerment Hauora – Wellbeing These values guide our teaching, our interactions, and how we partner with whānau to honour their aspirations. What we offer Full pay parity A supportive, highly qualified team A beautiful, nature‑rich learning environment Leadership by registered teachers who understand and value the role Opportunities for growth, contribution and creativity A caring, community‑minded centre culture If this sounds like you and you are keen to join our whānau you must: Hold a current ECE teaching qualification and NZ teacher registration Build strong, respectful relationships with tamariki and whānau Value nature‑based and child‑led learning Bring positivity, reflection and heart to your practice Be flexible to work within a team Be committed to living our centre values in daily teaching If you’re ready to join a caring, passionate team where your skills, ideas and heart truly matter, we’d love to hear from you. Please note we are not an accredited employee, NZ residents only. Apply today and become a part of the WildHeart whānau