Employment

What NKA Offers

• 20 hours per week (including non-contact time for assessment and staff hui)
• $500 annual professional development fund
• 15 non-contact professional days dedicated to your growth, plus ongoing support from professional practice leaders
• Wellbeing support through our comprehensive Wellness Policy
• Financial contributions toward sporting registrations and physical activity memberships
• Induction and mentoring for new graduates

Who We’re Looking For

If you are a qualified and registered ECE kaiako or a third-year student completing your Bachelor of Education (ECE) we would love to hear from you.

We are seeking someone who:

• Builds authentic, professional relationships with tamariki, whānau,  and colleagues
• Is self-motivated, shows initiative, and enjoys working collaboratively
• Wants to be part of a supportive, dedicated team of kaiako and  staff

Qualifications (forqualified applicants)

• NZ ECE qualification (minimum Dip. Teaching ECE or equivalent)
• Current practising certificate
• Current first aid certificate

2025 ECE graduates and third-year studentteachers are welcome to apply!
We provide high-quality mentoring, professional growth opportunities, and support toward teacher registration.

All applicants must be residing and eligible to work in NZ at the time of applying.

There may be an opportunity for extra hours in this role.

Be part of something bigger — join NKA’s network of 25 kindergartens and grow with us!

Closing date for applications: 7 April 2026 at 2.00pm.

Apply now and start your journey with NKA.

Download an application pack and position description from the NKA website www.nka.org.nz or email appointments@nka.org.nz to request via email.

Email Applications to: appointments@nka.org.nz

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