Posted 16 July, 2026
On-Call ECE Reliever | Flexible Hours & Team Support
City Impact Church Childcare
Queenstown, OTA, NZ
Full Time
Reference: 555c0812cc10673f
Job Description
Cook Position – Albany, Auckland We are a Christian childcare centre located in Albany, Auckland, providing excellent care and education to our families in our community. Our current cook is moving on, so we are looking for another wonderful person to join our team. Our learning community is warm and welcoming, and your contribution to the team will be valued by teachers, parents and children alike. The role is part-time: Mon‑Fri (6.5 hours per day, 32.5 hrs/week) Qualifications & Experience Basic Food Safety accreditation (ideal, but not a must as we will train you) Experience cooking for large groups Effective time management Basic administrative skills Must be flexible, when required, and enjoy working alongside children in a busy team environment Must be willing to undergo a non‑core worker Safety Check required by the Vulnerable Children Act (2014), which includes a compulsory Police Vet Tasks & Responsibilities Prepare and cook meals as per the planned menu in liaison with the Head Chef Ensure all relevant guidance regarding public health and food safety is followed Work collaboratively and flexibly with the teaching team and Head Chef Applicants for this position should have NZ residency or a valid NZ work visa. Unqualified Teacher or Teacher in Training – Queenstown We are a Christian childcare centre located in Queenstown, looking for an unqualified teacher or a teacher in training to join our amazing team for 25 hours per week (with the potential for additional hours as needed). This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a team that believes in creating a fun and engaging learning environment for all children. We have a strong Christian‑based philosophy and are committed to providing high‑quality care and education for children and their families. We value our team and are dedicated to supporting every educator in their role. We’re committed to providing ongoing training and development to bring out the best in our educators and inspire continuous growth, learning, and excellence in our practice. We’re looking for someone who: Has a willingness to learn and shows strong initiative Has previous experience working with children Possesses basic computer skills and can contribute to learning documentation and planning Has a genuine love for working with children and being part of a team Maintains positive, nurturing interactions with all children, providing the highest standard of care Builds strong relationships with centre families, children, and colleagues Reflects on and actively applies the centre’s vision and philosophy Adheres to and implements all relevant policies, procedures, and regulations Can start as soon as possible We love what we do — and we know you will too! If you’re passionate about providing meaningful learning opportunities and are seeking a rewarding role within the ECE sector, we’d love to hear from you. Applicants for this position should have NZ residency or a valid NZ work visa. Casual Early Childhood Education Reliever – Queenstown We are a Christian childcare centre located in Queenstown, providing exceptional care and education to families in our community. We are currently looking for enthusiastic and reliable candidates to join our casual relievers pool. While an ECE qualification is an advantage, we are also interested in hearing from experienced, unqualified applicants who have references demonstrating their experience working with young children. This role may also suit a university or high school student (must be at least 17 years old) seeking school holiday work and who has experience working with children. To support our friendly, professional team during staff absences, we are seeking capable individuals who: Have a kind and nurturing approach toward children Possess good communication and teamwork skills Are flexible and responsive to the needs of the centre We offer excellent working conditions, including: Enhanced teacher‑to‑child ratios A supportive, ECE‑qualified and experienced management team A willingness to be available on short notice is highly desirable. To be successful in your application, you will need to: Be available as an on‑call reliever, Monday to Friday, any time between 8:00am – 5:30pm (depending on the shift you are covering) Have experience working with children and the flexibility to work across all age groups, from 3 months to 6 years Work well in a team environment Be proactive and show initiative in the classroom, supporting teachers in providing quality care and education Be available to start as soon as possible Applicants for this position should have NZ residency or a valid NZ work visa. #J-18808-Ljbffr