Caregiver (BestStart Oraha)

We're on the lookout for a bubbly, positive, and passionate Caregiver to join our fun and dedicated team at BestStart Oraha Rd, located in the scenic Kumeu area!

At BestStart Oraha, we're a Reggio-inspired centre that believes in nurturing children's natural curiosity through meaningful, play-based experiences. Our purpose-built environment is designed to support child-led exploration and foster a deep love for learning.

As a Caregiver, you'll play a key role in providing loving care and support for our youngest tamariki. You'll help create a warm, stimulating, and safe environment where children can grow, thrive, and feel a strong sense of belonging. You'll also build genuine relationships with our tamariki, whanau, and team – all while having fun and making a meaningful impact.

What You'll Be Doing:

• Providing loving care including feeding, changing, and supporting daily routines
• Encouraging exploration through a Reggio-inspired, play-based approach
• Observing and documenting children's learning and milestones
• Supporting centre operations, covering across classrooms and helping during staff breaks
• Working closely with a supportive and passionate team
• Creating strong, positive relationships with whanau

About You:

We're looking for someone who is:

• Warm, caring, and naturally great with children – especially infants and toddlers
• Energetic, reflective, and open to learning
• A team player who thrives in a collaborative environment
• Confident taking initiative and following direction
• Experienced in working with children under five (an ECE qualification is not required)

Why Choose Us?

At BestStart, we're proud to be a progressive leader in the ECE sector. We've opted into Extended Pay Parity, and we're committed to supporting your career and wellbeing every step of the way.

Our Benefits Include: * Ongoing learning through Whare Ako, our online learning platform

• Career development opportunities
• Refer a Qualified Teacher and receive a $2000 bonus*
• Subsidised health insurance with Southern Cross*
• Free annual flu vaccinations
• Confidential EAP counselling support
• Wellbeing programme
• Sick leave from day one
• One week of additional leave after 10 years of service

This is a permanent, full-time role (40 hours per week, Monday–Friday).

How to Apply:

If you're ready to bring your energy, compassion, and creativity to a team that values connection, curiosity, and fun — click apply now. We can't wait to welcome you to BestStart Oraha Rd!