Team Leader - Infants/Toddlers ECE Teacher
Pūhoro STEMM Academy’s arrival in Taranaki is connecting ākonga Māori with science and technology through a kaupapa that blends academic supportSenior Leadership
NZ, New Zealand
Australasia
Full Time
Status
Actively Hiring
Date Listed30 March 2026
ContractPermanent
PlatformInstitution Direct
About This Role
All About Children New Plymouth is the first All About Children centre established in New Plymouth, proudly part of Kids' World Education Group (KWEG) a growing organisation with 24 centres across the North Island.
We’re on the lookout for an exceptional, heart-centred kaiako to step into the role of infants and toddlers team leader and lead with warmth, confidence, and purpose.
About the role
You’ll lead our infants and toddlers' space with intention, creating a calm, nurturing environment where tamariki, whanau, and kaiako feel a deep sense of belonging. You’ll guide daily practice, support your team, and help bring our values to life through meaningful, responsive care.
We are deeply committed to:
- Strong relationships
- Quality ratios
- Reflective practice
- Growing our use of te reo Maori me ona tikanga, grounded in Te Tiriti o Waitangi
You are someone who:
- Is nurturing, calm, and genuinely passionate about infants and toddlers
- Leads with empathy, confidence, and clarity
- Builds strong, trusting relationships with tamariki, whanau, and colleagues
- Can confidently support daily operations and team responsibilities
- Inspires others and brings positive energy into leadership
- Holds a full, current NZ Teacher Practising Certificate
What we offer:
- Full pay parity
- Paid First Aid certification
- Strong pedagogical leadership and mentoring
- A full induction programme to support your transition
- Ongoing professional learning and development
- Opportunities to grow within a large, values-led organisation
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