Wattle Cove - Beginner Teacher

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📍 Wattle Downs, Auckland, New ZealandFull Time

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New Graduate Teacher –  Wattle Cove, Manurewa 

Full Time (40 hours per week)


Job Ref Code: TEWATTC522


  • Competitive remuneration & Pay Parity!
  • Wonderful, fun team environment
  • Great child to teacher ratios
  • Fantastic professional development opportunities
  • Subsidised childcare for employees
  • Bus stop at the door
  • Situated next to local primary school (year 0 – 8) who offer before and after school care


We have a fantastic opportunity for a qualified beginner Teacher (new graduate) to join our fun-loving team at our home away from home in a very community focused well-resourced centre.   We are inspired by the wonders of nature and pride ourselves in being part of the Enviroschools Kaupapa and offer a beautiful environment where children feel safe and a strong sense of belonging.


We are looking for a new teacher  to join our team who will bring spark, drive, and a passion for learning working with young children in all age groups across the centre.    We are seeking  a Teacher who is versatile and a great communicator, a teacher who can deliver quality teaching practices within a team environment while work with Tamariki in a mixed age setting.   You will need to be willing and proactive around change and possess the ability to build exceptional relationships with Tamariki, Whanau, team and the wider community.


Key Skills & Experience:

  • Hold a NZ ECE teacher qualification (level 7) and be provisionally or fully registered as an ECE teacher in New Zealand
  • Ability to teach children in a positive, nurturing way
  • Must be passionate, caring, and committed to education and care
  • Above all, have fun while working alongside a fabulous team and group of children!


We offer:

  • A purpose-built centre nestled in large grounds with beautiful natural spaces.
  • An experienced team, ready to welcome new members to our growing centre.
  • A range of professional learning opportunities and great professional support.
  • Support for provisionally certificated teachers, through an in-depth mentoring programme.
  • Competitive salary and pay parity!


Benefits we offer to ensure your Health & Wellbeing: 

  • Six Weeks Annual Leave
  • Free Annual Flu Vaccinations
  • Confidential counselling through EAP
  • Sick leave days available on commencement
  • Supportive Coaching & Mentoring Programme


If this sounds like you and you hold a minimum Level 7 New Zealand Diploma or Bachelor in Early Childhood Education Level 7, and hold either a provisional or are fully certificated, we want to hear from you.


Start Date:            To be negotiated

Hours of Work:     Monday to Friday 40 hours per week

Closing Date:       4.00pm Wednesday 25th February 2026


Applicants for this position should have NZ residency (or a valid NZ work visa) and currently reside in NZ.


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