Kaiako (Permanent Roles Available)

Join a growing Puna Reo dedicated to strengthening te reo Māori, tikanga Māori, and mātauranga Maniapoto for future generations

Te Nehenehenui | Te Pukeiti Early Childhood Centre (Puna Reo) is seeking passionate Kaiako who want to make a meaningful contribution to tamariki, whānau, and the revitalisation of our language and culture.

Te Pūtake | About Us

Te Nehenehenui is the Post-Settlement Governance Entity for Maniapoto. Te Pukeiti nurtures the language, culture, knowledge, traditions, and identity of Maniapoto.

Why Join Te Pukeiti?

Be part of a centre on the journey towards becoming a thriving Puna Reo. Work in a kaupapa Māori environment grounded in Maniapoto values and access ongoing professional development.

Tūranga Mahi | Position Overview

Our Kaiako provide a safe, nurturing, and culturally rich learning environment for tamariki and whānau.

We are looking for Kaiako who:

• Champion te reo Māori, tikanga Māori, and kaupapa Māori
• Build strong relationships
• Create engaging learning experiences
• Support wellbeing and identity
• Demonstrate professional practice
• Contribute positively to team culture

To be considered you will have:

• Teaching qualification
• Current practising certificate
• Assessment and planning experience
• Te reo Māori capability or commitment to learn
• Current driver licence and first aid certificate
• Commitment to Maniapoto values

Cultural Fit

We seek Kaiako who demonstrate humility, integrity, manaakitanga, and whanaungatanga.

How to Apply

For further information including the job description please email [email protected]

To apply, please submit your Cover Letter and CV through Seek.

Applications close: 23 September 2026, 12.00pm