Pencarrow Kindergarten - Part-time Teacher (16 hours)
Fixed-term position until October 2027
16 hours per week, Monday - Friday
6 weeks' annual leave per year
Competitive salary and PLD opportunities
We welcome visits from interested applicants - please call Jo on 04 920 9828 to arrange a time.
Who are we?
Hutt City Kindergartens have been growing young learners for 95 years in Lower Hutt, providing quality and affordable early childhood education. Our teaching teams are passionate about providing rich learning environments where children can explore, develop and have fun. We welcome people who share that passion.
We are a not-for-profit dedicated to making quality early childhood education accessible to all. We have 22 kindergartens throughout the Hutt Valley, including Stokes Valley, Central Hutt, Western Hills, Wallaceville and Wainuiomata. We are proud to be an integral part of our local community and celebrate our cultural diversity and identity.
About Pencarrow Kindergarten
Pencarrow Kindergarten is an inclusive community that provides equitable opportunities for all tamariki. Our holistic approach to teaching and learning demonstrates how we understand, respect, and value the unique gifts each child carries with them throughout their life-long journey.
The natural environment inspires tamariki to develop a thirst for learning, where they have the freedom to express their individuality as they learn through their play.
Pencarrow's team is made up of three Teachers, an Administrator and a Head Teacher.
If you're interested in this position, we encourage you to contact us and arrange a time to visit. You’ll find us in a quiet location off Wise Street, at the top of Ruthven Rd on the corner of Antrim Crescent.
The position
We are seeking a qualified and enthusiastic registered teacher to join our team for a 1 year fixed-term, while a permanent Teacher is on leave.
This is a part-time role for 16 hours per week. This position offers an excellent opportunity for someone living locally, or within close proximity to Wainuiomata, who is looking for employment within their community.
About the role
In this position, you will support our teaching team by providing:
Daily lunch break cover (Monday to Friday)
Head Teacher release time
Non-contact duties, including the preparation of learning assessments
Active participation in weekly team meetings and collaborative planning
You must be able to work every day to ensure consistent lunch cover, however there is some flexibility in how the 16 hours (including 5 hours of non-contact time) are arranged to accommodate both the successful applicant and the kindergarten.
About you
To be successful in this position, you will:
Have the legal right to work in New Zealand, - we are not an accredited employer
Hold a current practising certificate from the Teaching Council of Aotearoa
Demonstrate a strong knowledge and understanding of Te Whāriki
Be reliable, professional, and adaptable, with a positive and proactive approach
Value and uphold the individuality of each child
Be committed to building respectful, collaborative relationships with whānau and the wider community.
What we offer
The opportunity to work within a supportive and collaborative team
A balanced part-time role with dedicated non-contact time
The chance to contribute meaningfully to the learning and development of tamariki within your local community.
If you are a passionate Teacher seeking a part-time role close to home, we would welcome your application.
A Position Description for this role can be found at the following link.
Applicants must have:
a relevant teaching qualification - a minimum of Dip. Tch (ECE or Primary)
a current Practicing Certificate from the Teaching Council of Aotearoa New Zealand
a current first aid certificate
the legal right to work in Aotearoa New Zealand before applying for this role - we are not an accredited employer.
To apply:
Applications should be emailed to Kristine Allen, HR Manager at kristine.allen@huttkindergartens.org.nz.
Please include the following documents:
covering letter that briefly explains your reason for applying and confirms you have the legal right to work in Aotearoa
CV with details of your work history and the contact details of two referees
Practicing Certificate from the Teaching Council of Aotearoa New Zealand
current first aid certificate.
Applications close Thursday 3rd September at 5pm, however applications may be reviewed before this date.
If you have any questions about the application process, please phone 04 920 9841.
