Upper Harbour, Auckland, New Zealand · On-site
The Role: Located off Constellation Drive, Bear Park Mairangi Bay is a warm, welcoming and creative centre licensed for up to 83 children. We are proud of our bi-cultural heritage and strive to create an environment that…
Skills: Early childhood education, Communication, Relationship building, Leadership, Growth mindset
EquipUpper Harbour, Auckland, New Zealand · On-site
About Us Equip | Mō mātou: Equip is an independent mental health not-for-profit organisation associated with Windsor Park Baptist Church. Our Vision is to build stronger communities by putting our faith into action. We a…
Skills: Dementia care, Person-centered care, Communication skills, Listening skills, Teamwork
Upper Harbour, Auckland, New Zealand · On-site
The Role: Nestled within the park-like grounds of Mill Hour, Bear Park Hobsonville truly is a centre you have to see to believe. Set on a stunning waterfront property, with sweeping sea views, we offer an inspiring envir…
Skills: Early childhood education, Reggio Emilia philosophy, Inquiry-based learning, Te Whāriki curriculum, Collaborative planning
Upper Harbour, Auckland, New Zealand · On-site
Join our passionate team at Busy Bees Hobsonville, where the Reggio Emilia philosophy inspires meaningful learning through curiosity, inquiry, and connection. Our six-classroom centre fosters strong relationships, collab…
Skills: Early childhood education, Reggio emilia philosophy, Te whāriki curriculum, Child development, Relationship building
Upper Harbour, Auckland, New Zealand · On-site
Registered Health Professional • Fixed Term (12 months), Full-time (40 hours per week) • General working hours 8:00am to 5:00pm, Monday to Friday (possibility for later hours and weekend work) • Service is based from Apo…
Skills: Mental health support, Addiction support, Intellectual disability support, Clinical support, Crisis intervention
EquipUpper Harbour, Auckland, New Zealand · On-site
About Us Equip | Mō mātou: Equip is an independent mental health not-for-profit organisation associated with Windsor Park Baptist Church. Our Vision is to build stronger communities by putting our faith into action. We a…
Skills: Clinical judgment, Leadership, Mentoring, Communication, Rapport building
Upper Harbour, Auckland, New Zealand · On-site
$24/hr–$30/hr
Company Description Nau mai ki te roopu Arvida | Welcome to Arvida At Arvida, we create communities with freedom to thrive. We develop and operate communities that provide independent living and aged care services to old…
Skills: Emergency Response, First Aid, Communication, Customer Service, Problem Solving
Upper Harbour, Auckland, New Zealand · On-site
Busy Bees is a leading global early learning provider, offering high-quality education in nurturing, purpose-built centres where educators are supported to grow, lead and make a real difference in children’s lives, with …
Skills: Incident Reporting, Regulatory Submissions, NQF Compliance, Reportable Conduct Frameworks, Food Safety Compliance
Kristin SchoolUpper Harbour, Auckland, New Zealand · On-site
$29/hr–$33/hr
Learning Assistant supporting Years 0 - 6 Commencing Term 3, 2026 Fixed-term contract for Terms 3 and 4 2026 Albany location with park-like grounds and car parking The opportunity | Te Whiwhinga mahi Based in Albany, Kri…
Skills: Teacher Aide Experience, Learning Assistance, Neurodiversity Awareness, Inclusion, Microsoft Office
Upper Harbour, Auckland, New Zealand · On-site
The Role: Located off Constellation Drive, Bear Park Mairangi Bay is a warm, welcoming and creative centre licensed for up to 83 children. We are proud of our bi-cultural heritage and strive to create an environment that…
Skills: Early Childhood Education, Intentional Planning, Child-Led Learning, Preschool Teaching, Bicultural Practice
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The teacher will work as part of a team to provide a responsive and respectful learning environment for children aged 2–3.5 years. Responsibilities include building strong relationships with children and families while facilitating meaningful, child-led learning experiences.
Candidates must be a qualified teacher and hold a valid New Zealand residency, citizenship, or a work visa permitting full-time employment. Applicants should demonstrate a growth mindset, effective communication skills, and a passion for early childhood education.
The Role:
Located off Constellation Drive, Bear Park Mairangi Bay is a warm, welcoming and creative centre licensed for up to 83 children. We are proud of our bi-cultural heritage and strive to create an environment that is challenging, inclusive, supportive and encouraging.
We are looking for a Qualified Teacher to join our team in a full-time position working with our 2–3.5-year-old children. You'll work as part of a team of four teachers, with a maximum of 22 children and a maximum ratio of 1:6. We offer a resource-rich learning environment, wonderful ratios and a supportive, dedicated team.
Our new kaiako will be kind, engaged and bring a growth mindset to their teaching. An aspiration towards leadership would be ideal, as we are committed to continually developing our teachers and creating innovative, passionate leaders.
You will be an effective communicator who prioritises children's needs through responsive, respectful and genuine interactions. Most importantly, you'll be someone who enjoys building strong relationships with children, whānau and colleagues and is passionate about creating meaningful learning experiences.
Our Environment:
At Bear Park Mairangi Bay, the Reggio Emilia philosophy flows throughout our centre, with an abundance of natural resources and thoughtfully designed learning environments that inspire curiosity and exploration.
We also have a generous outdoor environment that provides endless opportunities for child-led learning, exploration and adventurous play. Our riverbed, moveable outdoor climbing equipment, rocking bridge and large sandpits encourage children to take risks, test their ideas and develop a deep appreciation for the richness and possibilities of the natural environment.
Why Bear Park?
Bear Park is the premier early learning provider in New Zealand, with over 39 years of experience. Founded, owned and operated by teachers, we offer a wide range of unique benefits for our kaiako.
What Next?
At Bear Park, we are Inspiring Lifelong Learners.
Our philosophy is grounded in relationships, curiosity and a genuine belief in the potential of every child. If you're passionate about early childhood education and want to work alongside a team that values great teaching, continuous learning and strong relationships, we'd love to hear from you.
Join Bear Park Mairangi Bay and be part of a team making a difference every day.
Candidates must be a New Zealand Resident or Citizen, or hold a valid New Zealand work visa that permits full-time employment, to be considered for this position.
Inspiring Lifelong Learners
For more than thirty years, Bear Park has been a special place for children and whānau. A place of wonder. A place where curiosity, excitement and spontaneous imagination are nurtured. A place of laughter and joy, of friends and memories. A place of endless opportunities. A place where children are celebrated for being exactly who they are – children. With eleven unique centres throughout Auckland and Dunedin, Bear Park provides children, teachers and whānau with positive relationships, deep connections and meaningful, respectful and richly-resourced learning environments. With the kindness of the bear, the authenticity of the child and the dedication and open-mindedness of the teacher, Bear Park remains a leader in early childhood education and will do so for many years to come.
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