Qualified Early Childhood Reliever

Love working with tamariki but need flexibility in your week?

Prospero Teaching NZ is currently seeking Qualified and Registered Early Childhood Relievers to join our casual relief team in Hamilton and Te Awamutu.

Whether you're an experienced teacher, in training, or have relevant experience working with children — this is a fantastic opportunity to stay connected to the teaching sector, on your own terms.

Why Choose Relief Teaching?

• Work–life balance – Choose your own schedule
• No paperwork – Just focus on what you love: the tamariki
• Weekly pay
• Nationwide opportunities – Work anywhere across Aotearoa
• Phone-friendly app – Get shift alerts, update your availability, and submit timesheets with ease

About the Role
As a Prospero ECE Reliever, you’ll work across a variety of early childhood centres, supporting permanent teams with their day-to-day operations. Your role will include:

• Supporting tamariki aged 0–5 years in play-based learning environments
• Ensuring the health, safety, and wellbeing of children in your care
• Following centre policies and routines
• Bringing energy, creativity, and kindness to every centre you work in

Who We're Looking For
You might be:

• An experienced or qualified ECE/Primary teacher
• Someone with relevant childcare experience (e.g. after school care, nannying, support work, swim/dance instruction)

You must have:

• Recent experience working with children or vulnerable adults
• At least 2 professional references (preferably related to child safety or care)
• An updated CV with 10 years' work history (where applicable)
• Valid working rights in New Zealand

How Relief Work with Prospero Works

• Download our easy-to-use app
• Get notifications for available shifts in your area
• Choose when and where you want to work
• Submit your timesheets online
• Enjoy the freedom to work as much — or as little — as you like

Ready to Join Us?
Apply now by clicking the APPLY button and uploading your CV.
Please note: Due to the high number of applications, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.