Kaiāwhina Kōhikohiko / Non-Qualified Early Childhood Centre Relievers

Join a growing Puna Reo dedicated to strengthening te reo Māori, tikanga Māori, and mātauranga Maniapoto for future generations

Te Nehenehenui | Te Pukeiti Early Childhood Centre (Puna Reo) is seeking passionate Kaiāwhina who want to make a meaningful contribution to tamariki, whānau, and the revitalisation of our language and culture.

Te Pūtake | About Us

Te Nehenehenui is the Post-Settlement Governance Entity for Maniapoto. Te Pukeiti nurtures the language, culture, knowledge, traditions, and identity of Maniapoto.

Why Join Te Pukeiti?

Be part of a centre on the journey towards becoming a thriving Puna Reo. Work in a kaupapa Māori environment grounded in Maniapoto values.

Tūranga Mahi | Position Overview

Our Kaiāwhina Kōhikohiko provide a safe, nurturing, and culturally rich learning environment for tamariki and whānau.

We are looking for Kaiāwhina who:

·        Champion te reo Māori, tikanga Māori, and kaupapa Māori

·        Build strong relationships

·        Create engaging learning experiences

·        Support wellbeing and identity

·        Demonstrate professional practice

·        Contribute positively to team culture

To be considered you will have:

·        Te reo Māori capability or commitment to learn

·        Culturally competent in Māori settings

·        Experience working with tamariki aged 6 and under

·        General level of fitness

·        Pass relevant police vetting and Ministry of Justice checks

·        Current driver licence and first aid certificate

·        Commitment to the values of Te Nehenehenui

Cultural Fit

We seek Kaiāwhina who demonstrate humility, integrity, manaakitanga, and whanaungatanga.

How to Apply

For further information including the job description please email ••••@tnn.co.nz

To apply, please submit your Cover Letter and CV through Seek.

Applications close: Once all vacancies are filled (rolling recruitment)