3 jobs found in Porirua, Wellington

About the role as a Pedagogical Manager:Overseeing and delivering the provision of high-quality early childhood education and careEnsuring education and care at the centre is managed effectively in accordance with policies, procedures and legislative requirementsEnsuring the centres philsophy is reflected in all practicesBuilding a stimulating, challenging and supportive environment that promotes learning and success for all children.Mentoring the teaching team and supporting the more experienced teachers to mentor those with less experience. Accountabilities:Implement and oversee a high-quality education and care programmeThrough effective planning and communication ensuring that the centre practices and programmes deliver the highest, most professional care to childrenEstablish and maintain an education programme with Te Whāriki and the concept of place-based education at the heart.Be proactive about establishing interesting daily experiences suited to the different age groups within the centre.Provide a collaborative, inclusive and supportive learning environment Provide professional leadership to teaching teamOversee an advice and guidance programme for all teachers at all levels that meets their unique needs and meets all relevant legislation (e.g. growth cycles, appraisals, mentoring of PRT’s etc)Display a commitment to on-going professional development.Create a positive environment where staff feel recognised for their skills and efforts. Monitor moral and proactively develop strategies to ensure teachers remain motivated.Work with the Centre Manager in the selection, recruitment and induction of new teachers and relievers.Run positive and effective staff meetings which look to improve practices and systems, plan in advance children’s experiences and identify any other opportunities which would make the centre better. Be a role model in engaging in high quality parent liaisonPositively promote the centre to prospective parents / caregivers.Through Story Park ensure that the systems for documenting individual children’s progress are on-going and that these observations are communicated to parents and caregivers on a regular basis. Manage teaching staff to ensure the centre runs smoothlyPositively contribute to discussions, raising any issues, opportunities or concerns and take an active role in policy development and review. Undertake additional administrative and management tasks in the absense of the Centre Manager (including but not limitied to)Organising rosters and/or relievers Respond effectively to the diverse language and cultural experiences, strengths and individual needs of othersEngage in ethical, respectful, positive and collaborative professional relationshipsDemonstrate commitment to on-going professional learning and development of personal professional practice. If this sounds like you and a role you would be interested in taking on or learning more about, Please feel free to send me your CV to maisie.palmer@randstad.co.nz, call us on 0800 800 204 Opt 3 or alternatively hit the apply button!

About the centres we are currently working with:Warm and friendly family focused environmentsStrong focus on relationship building between the children, whanau and the communityFantastic child to teacher ratiosPlay based learningSpacious centres both indoors and outdoorsCommitted to healthy and sustainable practices The ideal person would be:Someone who is open minded and flexiblePassionate about building strong relationships within the communityHas a minimum of 1 year + experience in New Zealand childcare centresUses their initiative and is one of their key strengthsStrong team player and has the ability to get along with others easilySomeone who doesn't see this as "just a job" but whom is invested in the growth and development of both themselves and the children in their care Salary negotatiable based on experienceThe centres we work with are big believers in the continual development of teachers, therefore, they offer professional development/support and mentoring NOTE: We are only working with teachers at the moment who are currently in New Zealand and at this time cannot help with visa sponsorship We also have work not just in the area mentioned, however, in the wider Wellington region too If this is resonating with you, I would love to hear from you! Please feel free to send me your CV to maisie.palmer@randstad.co.nz, call us on 0800 800 204 Opt 3 or alternatively hit the apply button!Refer a friend and you could earn a $200 prezzy card! Are you looking for a permanent position in education or know someone who is? Sign up to Randstad Education or refer a friend and you could earn a $200 prezzy card Call 0800 800 204 to find out more. Conditions apply.

I am currently working on behalf of a lovely centre in Porirua, who are looking for a qualified Early Childhood teacher to join their team.The centre in licenced for 55 and is a mixed-age, family-focused ECE centre in the heart of Porirua City, where you’re spoilt for space. An exciting place-based education programme allows for strong links with home, whānau, community and environment. The role is either full time or they can look at someone who can work 4 days a week.The ideal person would be:Must have provisional/full ECE registrationPassionate about building strong relationships within the communityUses their initiative Strong team player and has the ability to get along with others easilySomeone who doesn't see this as "just a job" but whom is invested in the growth and development of both themselves and the children in their careIf you would like more details on this great opportunity please contact me on 0800 800 204 (press 3) or email elizabeth.chamberlain@randstad.co.nz.For this role you need to be a qualified and registered ECE teacher in New Zealand, and must be residing in New Zealand. Refer a friend and you could earn a $200 prezzy card!Are you looking for a permanent position in education or know someone who is? Sign up to Randstad Education or refer a friend and you could earn a $200 prezzy card Call 0800 800 204 to find out more. Conditions apply.