Casual Relief Teacher (Registered)

Looking for flexible work in early childhood education that fits around your lifestyle?

We are inviting expressions of interest from Registered relief teachers to join our supportive Educare whānau across the Wellington region.
We have four centres across the Wellington region: Educare Adventure in Whitby, Educare Tawa, Educare Porirua and Educare Kapiti. 

About the Role
We are looking for relievers with broad availability, ideally:

• Available for full-day shifts
• Available Monday to Friday
• Able to travel across our centres in Kapiti, Porirua, Adventure, and Tawa

This is a casual reliever position, providing cover for permanent staff during sick leave, annual leave, and other absences.

• No guaranteed or set hours
• No obligation to accept shifts that don’t suit you
• Opportunities to work across multiple centres and age groups

This role is ideal if you enjoy variety, flexibility, and working with different teams and environments. This is also a great opportunity to gain quality ECE experience. 

About Us
Educare Early Learning Centres are a family-owned organisation guided by our vision: Learn, Laugh, Play.
We provide high-quality education and care for tamariki aged 0–6 years in warm, inclusive environments. Our centres value:

• Strong relationships with whānau
• A sense of belonging and community
• Learning through play and exploration
• Respect for each child’s identity, culture, and interests

We are proud of our collaborative teams and supportive culture.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Supporting high-quality, play-based learning aligned with Te Whāriki
• Building positive relationships with tamariki and whānau
• Assisting with daily routines, care moments, and learning experiences
• Contributing to a safe, nurturing, and inclusive environment
• Working alongside and supporting teaching teams across centres

What We’re Looking For

• A genuine love for working with tamariki
• Reliable, adaptable, and proactive approach
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
• Professional, respectful, and positive attitude

Our Values
At Educare, we value:

• Respect - embracing diversity and treating all with dignity
• Integrity - acting honestly and ethically
• Professionalism - maintaining high standards in all we do
• Commitment to Te Tiriti o Waitangi - supporting te reo Māori and tikanga in our daily practice

Requirements

• Must have the legal right to work in New Zealand
• Willingness to complete Police Vetting and Safety Checks
• Flexibility to travel within the Wellington region

Apply Now If you’re looking for a flexible role where you can make a real difference, we’d love to hear from you.

Please send through your CV and a brief cover letter outlining your experience and availability.