Employment
Join the Kindergartens South team!
Kindergartens South is committed to employing qualified, registered Early Childhood Teachers for head teacher, teacher and relief teacher positions within our Association.
Our teachers/kaiako are employed under the provisions of the Kindergarten Teachers, Head Teachers and Senior Teachers Collective Agreement which offers six weeks annual leave, generous sick leave entitlements and professional learning time.
We encourage our teachers/kaiako to continue their learning journey by providing ongoing support and professional learning opportunities for our staff under the guidance of our Senior Teachers. We also have a comprehensive Advice and Guidance programme for beginning teachers.
We value and support our staff with the offer of an Employment Assistance Programme and we are proud to be an EEO employer.
We value and support our staff with the offer of an Employment Assistance Programme and we are proud to be an EEO employer.
Current Vacancies
Short or Long Term Reliever
We are seeking passionate Early Childhood teachers to join our team of Casual Relievers on a short or long term basis.
Many of our kindergartens are now open for a minimum of 49 weeks a year and more relievers are required to cover annual leave and professional time.
These relieving roles could offer a step in the door for those new to teaching or a change in pace for those who prefer to work flexible hours and days on a casual basis.
If you have what it takes to deliver positive learning experiences and help kindergarten tamariki gain confidence and competencies that will enable them to transition to school, and are wanting to work on a flexible basis, then we would like to hear from you!
To apply you will need to hold the following:
- ECE Qualification
- Current Practising Certificate
- Provisional Registration (or evidence this has been applied for)
- Current First Aid Certificate
Register your interest by completing the application form (PDF download below) and sending it to our Lead Administrator, or contact us to find out more.
Cleaning Supervisor
We are currently looking for a Cleaning Supervisor to join our team. This is a part-time permanent role, approximately 10-hours per week, 4– 6pm-ish daily, Monday to Friday.
The purpose of this role is to support our Property Manager by looking after our cleaning team of approximately 18 staff. Tasks include ensuring cover is provided across the Kindergarten Association daily and assisting our cleaners with both advice and supplies.
What do you need to apply:
- experience in managing a team.
- some knowledge of commercial cleaning requirements would be helpful
- full drivers’ license
- practicability with strong problem solving skills.
- great communication skills
- be able to pass a police check.
- Ability to use initiative and to work unsupervised.
A job description is below.
To apply please email your cover letter and CV to ska.positions@ska.co.nz
Please note that we cannot accept overseas applications.
Applications close for this role on Wednesday 8 May 2024. However we may commence interview prior to this date.
Cleaner
We are looking for cleaners to fill various vacancies across our Kindergartens. If you are interested in a part-time role on a daily basis to be carried out after our Kindergarten session times (4.30 – 5.30approximately), this may be a fit for you.
We are happy to combine Kindergartens if this provides a better work situation for you.
We are also keen to take on cleaning casuals who can undertake cleaning whenever we have permanent staff on sick or annual leave.
Experience would be great but not essential as we provide full training.
A job description is below.
To apply please email your CV and cover letter to ska.positions@ska.co.nz
Applications will close on Friday 10 May but we may undertake interviews before this date.
We cannot accept overseas applications.
Payroll & HR Administrator
We have a full-time permanent vacancy available in our Victoria Avenue office.
We are in need of an Administrator superstar who can look after our payroll processes, HR administration, general office duties and the odd finance task to keep things interesting. This is a newish role so there is a need to be flexible.
What do you need to have:
- Experience using iPayroll would be preferable, but it is not essential. However, you must have proven knowledge and experience working with a payroll system.
- Knowledge and an understanding of NZ HR legislation would also be ideal but again not essential. However, a keen appetite to learn would stand you out from the crowd.
- You need to be all about accuracy, have strong grammar and spelling skills, able to ask questions and have an abundance of common sense and initiative.
If you like a laugh, can be flexible with your day and can deal with our GM’s dad jokes, we would like to hear from you!
A job description is below.
To apply please send your CV and cover letter to ska.positions@ska.co.nz.
Applications for this role close on Friday 3 May 2024, however we may commence interview prior to this date.
We cannot accept overseas applications.
Painter
Are you a talented painter with a passion for creating vibrant and inviting environments? The Kindergarten Association is seeking a skilled and dedicated painter to bring joy and life to our cherished kindergartens.
Why Join Us?
Flexible Hours: Embrace work-life balance with our flexible scheduling, allowing you to allocate 30 hours over 7 days.
Practical Expertise: We value common sense and practical skills. Your ability to problem-solve and make informed decisions will play a crucial role in ensuring our kindergartens look their best.
Self-Organising: Take charge of your projects and manage your time effectively. We believe in autonomy and trust our staff to deliver excellent results through self-organisation.
Key Responsibilities:
- Interior and exterior painting of kindergartens.
- Attention to detail and quality craftsmanship.
Requirements:
- Proven experience as a painter.
- Aware and able to follow Health and safety guidelines
- Strong organizational and time-management skills.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
- You must hold a current drivers license.
- You must be willing to undertake a Police Check
Submit your CV, and a brief cover letter detailing your experience and why you'd be a perfect fit for the position to ska.positions@ska.co.nz
Apply Now and Paint a Bright Future for Our Children!
Applications will close Friday 10 May 2024.
Please note we cannot accept overseas candidates.
Kaiako - Northern Southland Kindergarten (Role #DK1)
If you enjoy working in a rural environment, then we have the job for you.
At Northern Southland Kindergarten we embrace our rural location and natural environment in all areas of our programme. Our teaching team are committed to providing a welcoming, fun, relaxed and nurturing environment rich in positive interactions.
Just an hour’s drive from Invercargill or Te Anau, Northern Southland Kindergarten has a permanent, full-time Kaiako vacancy. If you are a happy, enthusiastic fully registered Kaiako, this is the perfect new role for you.
To apply you must
- Live in and be a NZ resident (We are unable to provide sponsorship for overseas candidates)
- Be fully registered with NZ Teaching Council
-Hold a degree or similar in ECE
Please see the job description below.
To apply please email your CV and cover letter stating which role and role number you are applying for, to: ska.positions@ska.co.nz
Applications close on Monday 6th May 2024
0.5 FTE Kaiako - Lunch-cover role (Role #SKA2)
Are you looking for a role that suits your need for part-time hours? We are in need of a Kaiako who would like to cover kindergartens during lunch breaks. We envisage a working day of four hours covering two kindergartens including travel in between.
If this sounds like the dream job for you, please apply!
To apply you must
- Live in and be a NZ resident (We are unable to provide sponsorship for overseas candidates)
- Be fully registered with NZ Teaching Council
-Hold a degree or similar in ECE
Please see the job description below.
To apply please email your CV and cover letter stating which role and role number you are applying for, to: ska.positions@ska.co.nz
Applications close on Monday 6th May 2024
Kew Kindergarten Kaiako team
We have an exciting opportunity where we need a new team to be based at an existing Kindergarten in Invercargill.
Our current team has decided to head to new opportunities with SKA and the wider community. Therefore, we are looking for a new team to be based at Kew Kindergarten, Invercargill.
1 FTE Kaiako (Role # Kew23): Commencing with a fresh team, and a new vision is an exciting opportunity for anyone looking for a new challenge.
1 FTE Floating Kaiako (Role # Kew25): While this Kindergarten works to build tamariki rolls, it’s important to have a position available with flexibility. This means on quiet days this Kaiako may be able to head off to other kindergartens to provide support. This role will be based at this kindergarten for one year; if at that stage a full time permanent Kaiako is required, you will transition to this position. Otherwise, you will still have a full-time role as a Floating Kaiako for the rest of the Kindergartens.
0.5FTE Kaiako(Role # Kew24): A great part-time position with a new team.
For all of these roles you must:
- Live in and be a NZ resident (We are unable to provide sponsorship for overseas candidates)
- Be fully registered with NZ Teaching Council
-Hold a degree or similar in ECE
Please see the job description below.
To apply please email your CV and cover letter stating which role and role number you are applying for, to: ska.positions@ska.co.nz
Applications close on Monday 6th May 2024
Head Kaiako - Elston Lea (Role # EL44)
We are looking for a Head Kaiako to join the awesome team at Elston Lea Kindergarten.
Our kindergarten values an environment that is filled with a natural relaxed, loving, accepting and respectful atmosphere.
If you are a bubbly, happy individual with heaps of enthusiasm and strong leadership skills to develop your team as well as the tamariki, then this is a great opportunity for an experienced ECE Kaiako to continue the development of this Kindergarten towards full rolls and a sustainable future.
To apply you must
- Live in and be a NZ resident (We are unable to provide sponsorship for overseas candidates)
- Be fully registered with NZ Teaching Council
-Hold a degree or similar in ECE
Please see the job description below.
To apply please email your CV and cover letter stating which role and role number you are applying for, to: ska.positions@ska.co.nz
Applications close on Monday 6th May 2024
Head Kaiako - Kew Kindergarten (Role # Kew26)
We have an exciting opportunity where we need a new team to be based at an existing Kindergarten in Invercargill.
Our current team has decided to head to new opportunities with SKA and the wider community.
Therefore, we are looking for a new team to be based at Kew Kindergarten, Invercargill.
We need a Head Kaiako who is strong leader. Someone who has plenty of energy, and passion to turn this kindergarten into a thriving hub for our tamariki!
This is an amazing and exciting opportunity for a Head Kaiako to put their own mark on this kindergarten, by developing your new fresh team, building rolls and ensuring sustainability into the future.
If you are an experienced Kaiako and up for the challenge please don't hesitate to apply.
To apply you must
- Live in and be a NZ resident (We are unable to provide sponsorship for overseas candidates)
- Be fully registered with NZ Teaching Council
-Hold a degree or similar in ECE
Please see the job description below.
To apply please email your CV and cover letter stating which role and role number you are applying for, to: ska.positions@ska.co.nz
Applications close on Monday 6th May 2024
Employee Profiles
Talofa lava!! My name is Rebecca Hansen and I am of Samoan descent.
Both my children went to kindergarten and I remember making croissant and danishes at the playdough table with the tamaiti. At the time I was a Bakery Manager. I loved the discussions, the generous and kind hospitality and the family connection that the kindergarten made me feel. Therefore, I went to Otago University in Nelson Street Invercargill and gained my Bachelor of Teaching in Early Childhood Education.
I graduated in 2013 and I worked for 3 years in Early Childhood Service before I came to work for Kindergartens South.
In 2016, I won the ASG National Excellence in Teaching Award in the Early Childhood category. I was truly overwhelmed as I love my job where I can be one of the first people to engage, excite and explore with young tamaiti.
Music is one of my passions and I am often heard singing with many other tamaiti and a band of ukulele players. I also love to share all the Pacifica cultures with our fanau through, song, stories, craft and food.
I have grown in my own confidence and have felt empowered within the Kindergarten South community – an organisation that cares for the wellbeing of staff and their whanau.
After graduating from The University of Otago, I moved to Wanaka where I worked and lived for 3 years, completing my teacher registration. It was in Wanaka that I met my partner who was born and bred in Gore, and here I am. In February 2018, I started working at Oxford Kindergarten as a relieving kaiako and since then have become a permanent part of the team.
I come with a real passion for teaching and learning. Every child is on such a unique journey, and through meaningful, responsive and reciprocal relationships with children and whanau; I ensure that all tamariki are competent and confident within themselves and are proud of their learning.
At Oxford Kindergarten, the tamariki love to be outside exploring the natural environment. The tamariki are extremely proud of their garden and I love supporting the tamariki to plant, grow, harvest and prepare vegetables for themselves and their whanau. We have created many wonderful recipes and the children love to try the food grown at kindergarten with agarden to plate approach.
“Kotahi te kakano, he nu inga hua o te rakau. A tree comes from one seed but bears many fruit.” -Te Whariki 2017.
