Ruahine Kindergarten Association is a true community based, not-for-profit organisation with a child-centered approach. We hold tamariki at the heart of everything we do across our 26 services. If you are a registered and certificated pouako, this is a fantastic opportunity to join the Ruahine team and contribute to the success of our newest Early Learning Centre!

Ko te kaupapa | About the role:|
Directly across from Linton Camp School, and next-door to Ruahine Linton Kindergarten, we are proud to add Ruahine Linton Camp Early Learning to our kete of services. Catering for tamariki aged 0-6 years, we will provide Linton with a high-quality Early Learning service that caters for younger children and for whānau who require longer opening hours for their tamariki.

We’re seeking fabulous permanent full-time pouako to join the team. You’ll be working with children of all ages to create a learning environment that is stimulating, supportive, and inclusive. Hours are 40 per week, Monday to Friday on a rostered basis between 7.15am and 5.30pm, working with mixed ages. A relevant ECE teaching qualification, practicing certificate, current first aid (including unit standards 6401, 6402) and solid IT skills are a must.

Nga taonga kei roto I tou kete matauranga | What you bring:

· Forward thinking, highly organised, with strong assessment skills.

· Enthusiastic, high-energy, hard-working and a creative team player.

· Strong skills in planning, assessment, and self-review.

· Effective time management and proven internal evaluation practices.

· Sound bicultural practice and an excellent communicator.

· Skilled at building strong relationships with a new team and the wider community.

Some taonga we can offer you in return:
You’ll be welcomed as a valued member of our extended RKA whānau and receive generous ongoing professional support. You’ll enjoy a minimum of 7 days professional development per annum; a salary scale of $55,358 to $94,000 (with several upcoming increases); minimum of 5 hours of non-contact time per week, free access to the Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) and 6 weeks annual leave.

Me pēhea te tono | How to apply:
Download and complete a teacher application form from the careers page of our website ruahinekindergartens.org.nz and submit via email to vacancies@rka.org.nz along with your CV and a cover letter telling us why you’d be a great fit for the Ruahine Linton Camp EL team. A completed referee report must also be received for you. Our recruitment panel will be reviewing applications as they are received so we encourage you to apply asap!

Applications close 9am Monday 11 September 2023