Start Your Teaching Journey at BestStart in 2025!
BestStart Education
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Location
Selwyn, Canterbury
Job Type
Permanent
Description
About the Opportunity:
Are you studying towards your teaching qualification and eager to make a real difference in the lives of young tamariki? BestStart is excited to offer opportunities for Teachers in Training to join our centres in Christchurch starting in 2025! We have positions in Rolleston, Kaiapoi as well as across Christchurch city.
At BestStart, we are passionate about providing a supportive and inspiring environment where you can learn, grow, and thrive while making meaningful connections with tamariki and whānau.
A Teacher in Training role is a fantastic opportunity to gain hands-on experience with under 2's or over 2's, tailored to your interests. You will develop your skills while working alongside experienced, supportive teachers who will mentor and guide you throughout your learning journey.
Why Choose Us?
At BestStart, we are dedicated to helping you succeed as you embark on your teaching career. With access to mentoring, professional development, and a culture of collaboration, you'll be supported every step of the way.
Our Benefits Include:
* Paid study support for year 2 and 3 Teachers-in-Training*
* Refer a Qualified Teacher and receive $2000*
* Online learning through Whare Ako our online learning platform. Access to tailored PLD opportunities to suit your passions and interests
* We partner with you and encourage your ongoing career development- Multiple career pathways with wrap around support to help you grow your career, your way
Your Health and Wellbeing Are Our Priority
* Subsidised health insurance with Southern Cross*
* Free annual flu vaccinations
* Confidential counselling through EAP
* Sick days available from the day you start
Role Requirements:
Commit to making a difference in the lives of young learners with a team dedicated to excellence. We are looking for the following:
* Good understanding of child-led curriculum, planning and extending on our children's learning
* Demonstrate good knowledge of the current ECE Regulations, Te Whariki and hold compliance in a high regard
* A strong commitment to Te Tiriti o Waitangi through pedagogical practices
* Passion and commitment for teaching and learning with a focus on delivering quality
How to Apply:
Click Apply Now to begin your teaching journey with BestStart in 2025. Join a team that values learning, collaboration, and the joy of working with young learners.
Thank you for your interest in joining BestStart! With the festive season upon us, we want to ensure each application receives the attention it deserves. Our Talent Team is on annual leave from 23 December 2024 and back onboard 6 January 2025. Kindly note that no application reviews will take place during this period. We appreciate your patience and look forward to reviewing your application.
Applications Close: 15/01/2025. Apply online for this role or contact BestStart Educare Limited for more information.
At BestStart, we are at the forefront of early childhood education, dedicated to making a positive impact and passionate about our work. We offer exceptional early education and award-winning childcare services for infants, toddlers, and preschoolers.
Our primary goal is to deliver high-quality education to the children in our community, and we are actively engaged in groundbreaking research focused on children's oral language development and self-regulation, known as Kia Tīmata Pai. This research initiative involves approximately 1,600 BestStart preschoolers, highlighting our commitment to continuous improvement and innovation.
BestStart is committed to being a progressive and adaptable leader in the early childhood education sector. Our educators are highly valued for the transformative role they play in shaping children's lives. We are proud to announce that BestStart has implemented Full pay parity, underscoring our dedication to fairness and equity within our organisation.
At BestStart, we prioritise the support and growth of our teams through tailored professional development pathways. We believe in nurturing talent and empowering our employees to reach their full potential.
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