Support Teacher (unqualified) ECE

Te Pito o te Puna Wai o Waipapa Hagley Community Preschool

Support Teacher (unqualified) – ECE – College term only

We are looking for a caring and enthusiastic Support Teacher to join our team at Te Pito o te Puna Wai o Waipapa – Hagley Community Preschool in term 1, 2027.

We are a small, community-based preschool located on the Hagley College campus in central Ōtautahi Christchurch. Our tamariki and whānau come from a rich range of cultural and linguistic backgrounds, including many former refugee and migrant families.

About the role

As a Support Teacher, you will work alongside our qualified kaiako to support:

·         Tamariki – their learning, wellbeing, relationships and participation

·         Kaiako – with day-to-day teaching, routines, learning experiences and care

·         Whānau – building positive, respectful relationships and supporting communication

Our commitment to providing an inclusive, culturally responsive and welcoming environment for everyone.

This is a hands-on role where you will be part of a collaborative teaching team and contribute to creating a safe, nurturing and engaging environment for children aged 0–5 years.

Minimum of 12 hours per week, with the opportunity for additional hours by agreement.

About you

We are looking for someone who:

·         Enjoys working with young children and their whānau

·         Is warm, patient, reliable and respectful

·         Works well as part of a team

·         Values diversity and is interested in working with families from different cultural and linguistic backgrounds

·         Is willing to learn and contribute to an inclusive ECE environment

·         Communicates positively and respectfully with tamariki, whānau and colleagues.

A New Zealand Certificate in Early Childhood Education and Care (Level 3) or equivalent is preferred, although we are also interested in hearing from people with relevant experience and a genuine commitment to supporting tamariki and whānau.

Your language and culture are valued

The ability to speak a home language other than English would be an advantage. In particular, we would welcome applications from people who speak:

Somali • Arabic • Farsi • Pashtu • Tigrinya • Amharic

Your language and cultural knowledge can make a meaningful difference in helping tamariki and whānau feel that they belong, are understood and are valued.

What we offer

A welcoming and supportive team environment

The opportunity to work with a culturally and linguistically diverse community

The chance to make a positive difference for tamariki and whānau

Support and opportunities to develop your ECE knowledge and skills

A role within a community-focused preschool that values manaakitanga, whanaungatanga, inclusion and belonging.

Police vetting is required for this position.

If you are passionate about supporting young children and enjoy working in a diverse and inclusive community, we would love to hear from you.

To apply please send your CV and a brief covering letter outlining your experience, availability and why you would like to join our team by 4pm on Friday 6 November 2026 to:

Tracy Summerton

[email protected]