Early Childhood Teaching Assistant

• 28 hours per week
  
• Permanent, part-time
• Albany location with car-parking
• Commencing 13 January 2025

The opportunity | Te Whiwhinga mahi 

Little Doves Early Learning Centre is nestled in the grounds of Kristin School, offering an environment for rich exploration, play and learning for children 6 months to four years. Set in stunning landscaped gardens, in an architecturally designed building, the centre is licenced for 75 children and is committed to delivering exceptional early learning and care for young children.

We are seeking a part-time teaching assistant to support the teachers with the delivery of care and learning for children in our centre.  You will be committed to building positive, professional relationships with colleagues, children, and families, and have the passion and drive to help us create an outstanding early learning centre in which children, families and teachers can thrive. The hours are Monday 9.00am – 3.30pm and Tuesday to Friday 9.00am – 2.30pm and you are also required to attend staff meetings and professional learning on Monday evenings 5.30pm to 7.30pm.  The centre closes at Christmas for 4 weeks from mid-December to mid-January.

Important Skills | Nga Pūkenga Motuhake 

This role requires someone who:

• Has a passion for working with young children
• Has the ability to work well in a team environment
• Has strong organisational skills
• Is committed to Kristin’s values, “Progress with vision, integrity and love”.

What we offer | Ngā āhuatanga kei a mātou

Little Doves offers the opportunity to work with passionate teachers in a welcoming environment, offering state-of-the-art facilities and generous resourcing. We have onsite car parking and wellbeing initiatives like free flu vaccinations and a staff gymnasium. A staff tuition fee discount is also available if applicable.

How to apply | Me pēhea te tuku tono 

Please apply online at www.kristincareers.nz by completing your application form and attaching your CV and covering letter.  Please do not email your application.

To discuss this role in confidence, please contact Alice Browne, HR & Recruitment Coordinator on (09) 415 9566 ext 2526.

Applications close Monday 23 December 2024. Please note that due to the Christmas period there may be a delay to queries on this vacancy.

Kristin School reserves the right to appoint a successful candidate prior to the closing date.