Anglican Care Waiapu (ACW), is the social services arm of the Anglican Diocese of Waiapu. Our Early Childcare Education Centres – Waiapu Kids are located across eight locations in Bay of Plenty, Tairawhiti and Hawkes Bay and offer safe, nurturing and educational environments for children and whanau to thrive under the umbrella of Anglican Care Waiapu. We are looking for a professional and energetic ECE Teaching Assistant to join our experienced team at Waiapu Kids Merivale Whanau Aroha Centre based in Merivale. This is a permanent part time position, 25 hours per week working Monday to Friday.
Mo te turanga | About the role Waiapu Kids Merivale Whanau Aroha Centre is a well-established community based Early Childhood Education Centre, offering high quality education and care in a safe and compassionate play based environment. We cater for up to 43 tamariki aged from 6 months to 6 years.
You'll be part of a close-knit team who are passionate about nurturing children's development through stimulating, fun and enriched interest-based learning. Positive, respectful relationships with each other, our whanau, tamariki and community are important to us and integral to who we are.
As an ECE Teaching Assistant you will assist and support ECE Teachers with the delivery of the early childhood education curriculum Te Whariki and tasks to ensure the efficient and safe day-to-day running of our Centre for the children who attend. You will also demonstrate a commitment to Te Tiriti O Waitangi and bi-cultural practice. The role requires a person with a strong values base and who conducts themselves with integrity, professionalism, and care.
Ko wai koe | About you You'll be someone who enjoys creating opportunities for children to explore, experiment and problem solve allowing them to grow to their full potential.
Your passion for children and learning will be underpinned by your natural ability to communicate and build strong nurturing relationships. With endless amounts of energy and enthusiasm you will become a valuable team player always willing to go the extra mile.
Key Requirements:
Experience working in an Early Childhood Centre,Excellent communication and interpersonal skillsStrong professional ethicsAbility to work effectively within a team and a commitment to excellent early childhood practiceA willingness to embrace the Anglican Care Waiapu values and missionProven experience in planning, assessment, evaluation and self-reviewKnowledge and practice of MOE Licensing CriteriaWhatwecanofferyou:
Competitive remuneration – full pay parityFull reimbursement of your professional registrationGenerous child to adult ratiosFree ChildcareAdditional leave – Birthday off and wellbeing dayAnnual Flu VaccinationA generous Learning and Development budget giving you great opportunities to own your own learningComprehensive induction, mentoring and appraisal processes and ongoing support for career growthThis is a great opportunity to gain experience in a positive and caring environment and be part of a team delivering quality early education and care to children where they are empowered to learn and grow.
If you're ready for the next step in your career, then we'd love to hear from you! To apply, go to our website at www.acw.co.nz Anglican Care Waiapu is committed to the safety and wellbeing of all children and young people. We take steps to achieve this through our candidate application process. All applicants are required to complete a full Police Check and reference checks. Employment is subject to clearance of all these checks to ensure the safeguarding of children and young people and in accordance with The Vulnerable Children Act. ACW is an equal employment opportunity employer committed to creating a diverse and inclusive culture. Only candidates with the right to work in New Zealand will be considered for this role. Please proceed to application if you hold a current work visa or citizenship/passport.
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