Teacher-in-Training (BestStart Allenton)

BestStart Education

Ashburton, Canterbury
Permanent
Full-time

6 hours ago

Full Time
Application Closes 05 Oct 2025
Canterbury - Ashburton
Preschool Teacher

Begin Your Teaching Journey with BestStart Allenton!Are you ready to start your early childhood teaching career and looking for the right centre to learn, grow, and shine? BestStart Allenton is excited to welcome a Teacher in Training to join our nurturing and supportive nursery team.This is the perfect opportunity for someone in their first year of study or planning to begin their Level 7 ECE Bachelor in 2026. You'll be based in our warm and welcoming nursery space, working across two small rooms dedicated to under-twos. Here, you'll help support tamariki through each stage of their development, with the guidance of our experienced Kaiako.About the Role

Permanent, full-time position (40 hours per week, Monday-Friday)
Based in our nursery, across two under-two rooms
Supportive and experienced team to mentor and guide you
Conveniently located next to Allenton School and Allenton shops
Work closely with whānau and Kaiako to nurture curiosity, confidence, and a love of learning

Why BestStart?We're proud to have opted into Full Pay Parity and are leaders in supporting the next generation of kaiako.Our benefits include:

Paid study support for Year 2 and 3 Teachers in Training*
$2000 referral bonus when you refer a qualified teacher*
Tailored PLD and online learning through Whare Ako
Discounted childcare for your own tamariki
Multiple career pathways and wraparound mentoring
Health and wellbeing support: subsidised health insurance*, free flu jabs, EAP counselling, wellbeing programme, and sick leave from day one

What We're Looking For

Enrolled (or planning to enrol for 2026) in a Level 7 ECE Bachelor
Passion for quality teaching and child-led learning
Understanding of Te Whāriki, ECE regulations, and commitment to high standards of practice
Dedication to Te Tiriti o Waitangi in everyday teaching
A team player with energy, enthusiasm, and a genuine love of learning

If you're ready to begin your teaching journey in a supportive, inspiring environment, apply now - we can't wait to welcome you to the BestStart Allenton whānau!

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