Casual Relief Teacher (Registered)

Jora New Zealand will close on 9th September 2026. Thank you for being with us, we are cheering you on as you continue your career journey. Looking for flexible work in early childhood education that fits around your lifestyle? We are inviting expressions of interest from unregistered reliever teachers to join our supportive Educare whānau across the Christchurch region. We have three centres across the Christchurch region: Educare Wigram, Educare Kaiapoi and Educare Lincoln Village. 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 Wigram, Kaiapoi and Lincoln This is a casual reliever position that provides 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 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 Christchurch region #J-18808-Ljbffr