Whanganui Education & Training Job Listings

Teacher-in-Training (BestStart Glasgow Street)63753466705923110

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Teacher-in-Training (BestStart Glasgow Street)

Start Here. Grow Here. Inspire Every Day. Are you ready to shape young minds and grow your career in a centre where children know they belong? At BestStart Glasgow Street, we believe every child is a capable, competent, life-long learner. We nurture their curiosity and empower them to explore learning at their own pace, in a warm, inclusive environment. Play is powerful – and at the heart of everything we do. Through child-initiated, play-based learning, we build resilience, emotional competence, and a strong foundation for lifelong success. Our tamariki are supported through sensory exploration, communication, and connection. We're on the lookout for a passionate Teacher-in-Training! This is a permanent fulltime role working 40 hours per week. Why Choose BestStart? We don't just offer jobs – we build futures. As part of our teaching whānau, you'll enjoy: * Paid study support for Year 2 and 3 Teachers-in-Training * Access to Whare Ako – our very own online learning platform * Tailored PLD to match your passions and career goals * $2,000 referral bonus when you refer a Qualified Teacher* * Subsidised health insurance * Free annual flu vaccinations * Access to EAP (Employee Assistance Programme) What we're looking for: * Enrolled in a Level 7 ECE Bachelor or Graduate Diploma programme * Strong understanding of child-led curriculum and planning * Knowledge of Te Whāriki and ECE regulations * A heart for quality, compliance, and culturally responsive practice * Passionate about creating rich, meaningful learning experiences * Committed to upholding Te Tiriti o Waitangi in your everyday practice Apply Now – Let's Make Magic Together If you're ready to grow your skills in a place where play leads the way and your development is our priority, we'd love to hear from you!

Whanganui, New Zealand

Negotiable Salary

Learning Interventions Delivery Manager Whanganui63612619170307111

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Learning Interventions Delivery Manager Whanganui

'Kotahi ano te kaupapa, ko te oranga o te iwi' - `There is only one purpose to our work: the wellness and wellbeing of our people. About the role | Mo te tunga Whanganui Prison provides opportunities for Tane under Corrections' management to learn and develop themselves through various avenues. An operational management role, critical to ensuring the education, rehabilitation, and reintegration needs of tane are being met through the appropriate interventions has come available - Learning and Interventions Delivery Manager. (Full time permanent position, Monday to Friday). "Hapaitia te ara tika pumau ai te rangatiratanga mo nga uri whakatipu" - Foster the pathway of knowledge to strength, independence, and growth for future generations. The Learning and Interventions Delivery Manager is responsible for managing the delivery of Corrections programmes, education, treatment, and other interventions to support the rehabilitative needs of prisoners across the site. Role accountabilities includes: * Provide leadership that values inclusion and diversity, safety, and wellbeing. Plan and lead positive and collaborative working relationships for delivery of education tutoring and support, volunteer activities, access to library resources, cross teams training deliverables, and the scheduling of service providers, addressing any risk, and/or practice issues. * Support the Deputy General Manager - Pathways and provide subject matter expertise. Contribute to the organisation's strategies, maintain the visibility of activities, commit to developing staff through building, and uplifting staff capability. Improve performance with a functional cross team's approach and foster a culture of continuous improvement to enable efficient processes to run. Ensure a smooth delivery and implementation pathway through the management of regulatory and planning processes required for the development and maintaining of the site wide annual schedule of programmes/training/activities. * Ensure the needs of the prisoners are met on-site by managing the delivery of planned education, training, programmes, and treatment, through co-ordinating services, and working collaboratively with service providers, staff, and managers of all levels. The Pathway Forward (Te Ara Whakamua) sets the foundation towards planning and facilitating meaningful reintegrative pathways for the people under Corrections' management. The Learning and Interventions Delivery Manager is responsible for delivering planned education, programmes, and treatment through co-ordinating across the prison site. The maintaining of appropriate academic records, programme delivery outcomes, will be among the many responsibilities required and undertaken by your direct reports. The rehabilitation and learning team members work within a culture of continuous improvement which requires the strong working relationships with internal staff, external education providers, key stakeholders, and relevant others. We are looking for someone with proven leadership and relationship skills, a high degree of integrity, resilience, and the willingness to get in and support the team deliver outcomes with individuals under the management of Corrections. Someone who will do the right thing and make the hard calls when required. You will be required to be providing ongoing staff support, coaching, and mentoring, with enthusiasm, amidst a multifaceted prison environment. This involves creating an inclusive, positive environment that fosters rehabilitation, life skills training, and self-empowerment for learners, leading to increased motivation, self-worth, and independence. A key focus within this team includes activities that build confidence, a supportive atmosphere for social and emotional growth, the acquisition of practical skills for daily living and achieving personal goals. He Korero mou/ About you As a collaborative and inclusive Leader, you will need to be able to demonstrate strong communication and relationship management skills, including a demonstrated ability to develop and maintain strong working relationships with stakeholders (both internal and external). You will be required to have knowledge of, and hands on experience within the education/learning space, and be able to contribute to culture change, and build capability, along with the following: * Strong people leadership and engagement skills that will bring others on our journey, through thinking conceptually, making connections between strategy, policies and operational service delivery. * Demonstrated ability to lead and motivate an effective team to share a common vision, purpose, and to achieve strategic and operational goals. * Sound knowledge of prison management practices and risks including operational, financial (managing a budget) and human resources. * Highly motivated to enable skill enhancement and qualification attainment for tane towards their pathway and obtainment of employment post

Whanganui, New Zealand

Negotiable Salary

Fixed-Term Centre Cook (BestStart Glasgow Street)63612605488002112

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Fixed-Term Centre Cook (BestStart Glasgow Street)

About Us: At BestStart Glasgow Street, children know they belong. We see every child as a capable, competent life-long learner, empowered to make their own learning choices at their own pace. Our environment is positive, inclusive, and built to help both children and adults succeed and thrive. The Role: We're looking for a passionate and motivated Centre Cook to join our warm, welcoming team. Whether you're newly qualified or an experienced chef, if you love preparing healthy meals and want to make a real difference in children's lives, we'd love to hear from you. This is a fixed-term position working 35 hours per week until 27th March 2026. As our Centre Cook, you will: * Plan, prepare, and serve nutritious morning tea, lunch, and afternoon tea * Cater for a range of dietary needs and cultural preferences * Maintain high standards of hygiene and food safety * Work efficiently within our food ordering budget What You'll Bring: * A love for cooking and healthy eating * Understanding of allergies, food safety, and nutritional needs * Basic computer skills for menu planning and food ordering * A collaborative spirit and a drive to support children and your team Ready to Apply? If you're passionate about food and want to be part of a centre where both children and staff can succeed and thrive, click Apply Now. We can't wait to welcome you to BestStart Glasgow Street!

Whanganui, New Zealand

Negotiable Salary

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Kaiarahi

At Pakohe we support and develop rangatahi to thrive in a learning environment and to re-engage with education. Our students graduate from our programme as confident and enthusiastic learners, able to make the most of their potential. It’s time for us to build on our success and to grow so that we can support even more students. To help with this we are seeking an experienced, capable Kaiarahi to provide additional support to our students. In this position you will be working one-to-one with students providing them mentoring and guidance to ensure they engage with and benefit from our classroom education programme. You’ll be working in the classroom environment and will also be required to contribute to reporting and other classroom administration. Our ideal candidate will be: • trained in youth work, social services, or education • have a proven track record in building relationships with young people, including those from challenging backgrounds • a master at being flexible to respond to the needs of our young people • committed to working within the professional boundaries outlined in Te Ara Taohi. YMCA is committed to Child Protection and the safeguarding of children and young people in our care and it is our expectation that all staff will operate in a way that reflects this intent. The successful applicant will need to return a satisfactory Police Record check before commencement of employment

Whanganui, New Zealand

Negotiable Salary

Caregiver (BestStart Harrison Street)63612237869827114

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Caregiver (BestStart Harrison Street)

Start Here. Grow Here. At BestStart Harrison Street, we are growing a community! Our centre whanau and community are an important part of centre life, as we all come together to enrich the lives of our children. Here at BestStart Harrison Street, we know that children are active learners and we support their independence and choices, following their interests and extending their skills and knowledge. This is a permanent, part-time position working 25 hours per week. Key Responsibilities: As a caregiver, you'll play a key role in providing exceptional care and education for our tamariki, helping them explore and grow in a safe, supportive, and fun environment. You'll work closely with our passionate team, reporting to the Centre Manager, and contribute to the ongoing success of our centre. While an ECE qualification is not required, experience working with children under five and a natural affinity for young children is essential. * Provide exceptional care and education to tamariki, fostering their love for learning. * Encourage and empower children's learning through exciting activities. * Actively participate in centre activities and assist with staff breaks when necessary. * Support daily operations across the centre, ensuring everything runs smoothly. Benefits Include: * Learning through our Whare Ako online platform. * Professional development and career growth opportunities. * $2000 referral bonus for recommending a Qualified Teacher*. * Discounted childcare to make life a little easier. * Subsidised Southern Cross health insurance for your well-being. How to Apply: If you're ready to make a real difference in children's lives and be part of a passionate team, click ""Apply Now"" to join us at BestStart Harrison Street. We can't wait to welcome you into our amazing team!

Whanganui, New Zealand

Negotiable Salary