Registered Teacher / Team Leader | Busy Bees Westgate
Job Description
At Busy Bees Westgate, we value the individuality of every child and foster a joyful environment for all. We are inspired by the RIE philosophy and guided by Te Whariki to cultivate curious, capable, and confident minds. Every role is essential to our daily flow, from our cook preparing Nourish meals to the mahi in our RIE-inspired rooms, we work together to spark curiosity and connection
We're on the lookout for a Registered Teacher / Team Leader to join our thriving team in Westgate.
This role is part-time - 30 hours per week which can be spread across 4 or 5 days a week.
Why Us? | Hei aha matou?
We offer full Pay Parity and Staff Uniforms are provided
Access to supportive leadership, discounted childcare and professional development opportunities
We cover the costs of your annual flu vaccinations and First Aid certification.
Be part of a wider national network with established systems and growth pathways
The Opportunity | Te Aheinga
Provide high-quality care and education for tamariki, ensuring the physical, emotional, and cultural needs of every child are met through a supportive environment.
Plan and guide the developmental journey of each tamaiti using Te Whariki as a foundation.
Implement the curriculum while bringing your own creative ideas to the daily programme.
Build strong and authentic relationships with families and whanau.
Maintain a high standard of physical care and hygiene throughout the day.
Foster a welcoming and co-operative working atmosphere with the rest of the team.
Engage in ongoing professional development to keep your practice current and transformative.
About You | Mou
You'll hold a Level 7 ECE or Primary qualification and current registration.
You value child-led discovery apply pedagogical excellence in your practice.
You'll build warm and approachable relationships with whanau and tamariki.
You honour Te Tiriti o Waitangi through inclusive and equitable mahi.
You'll bring initiative and a proactive energy to the centre.
You'll embrace continuous learning and a reflective professional journey.
You'll lead with professional integrity and drives a culture of continuous improvement and collaborative mahi.
Why Join Our Team? | He aha koe i hono ai ki to matou tima?
Busy Bees Hobsonville is a vibrant, collaborative centre inspired by the Reggio Emilia philosophy. As part of the Busy Bees Aotearoa whanau, you’ll be supported by a strong national network while working in a setting that reflects our local history—from clay and agriculture to our Airforce roots. Our six classrooms encourage tuakana teina relationships, with everyone playing a key role. You'll join our multicultural community and help tamariki explore their world with confidence.
How to apply
Please submit your CV and a cover letter outlining your experience and why this opportunity excites you. Applicants must have NZ residency or a valid NZ work visa.
Why Work for Busy Bees?
If you’re passionate about early learning, Busy Bees is the place to be. Although we are part of a global organisation, our company was founded by three families looking for better, more enriching childcare. Three decades later, we still keep the same values at heart.
We know that we couldn’t do what we do without the important people in our teams. We invest in our people and work with them to build career pathways that inspire.