Untrained Reliever

Join our Reliever Whānau!

Looking for flexible work that makes a real difference? We're on the lookout for enthusiastic and reliable Untrained Relievers to support our kindergartens teams and help create positive experiences for tamariki and whānau.

Whether you're looking for a few days a week or casual work that fits around your lifestyle, relieving with Central Kids gives you the flexibility to work when it suits you, while contributing to environments where tamariki can learn, play, and thrive.

Ko wai tatou? | Who are we?

Manaakitanga | We welcome in and grow people

Kaitiakitanga | We nurture tamariki and their connection to te taiao

Kotahitanga | We work together, unified in our purpose

Rangatiratanga | We serve with courage and integrity

Kia haumaru We create safe and inclusive spaces

Kōkiri Hī ki Te Pae Tawhiti

Together we paddle with strength and unity towards a horizon where our tamariki shine as bright as Tamanuiterā

Why Relieve with Central Kids?

Every day is different. One day you might be supporting tamariki with learning through play, helping prepare activities, or assisting with mealtimes and daily routines. The next day you could be working alongside a different team, building new connections and experiences.

Relieving offers:

Flexibility to work when it suits you

Opportunities to work across a range of services

A chance to gain valuable experience working with tamariki

Supportive and welcoming teams

The satisfaction of making a difference wherever you go

The opportunity to be part of a values-driven organisation

Central Kids employs relievers to provide day-to-day and short-term support across our services throughout the Central North Island.

Ko wai koe? | Who are you?

We are looking for someone who:

Enjoys working with tamariki and supporting their learning and wellbeingIs reliable, positive, and willing to help where needed

Enjoys variety and is comfortable working across different services

Adapts quickly to new environments and teams

Builds positive relationships with tamariki, whānau, and colleagues

Respects and values Te Tiriti o Waitangi-based partnerships

Champions a culture of health, safety, aroha, mana, tiaki, and manaaki

What you'll need

The legal right to work in Aotearoa New Zealand

A genuine interest in supporting tamariki and their learning

Good communication and teamwork skills

The ability to meet Children's Act safety checking requirements

Join our reliever whānau and help create brighter futures for tamariki across Central Kids.

You can view the Position Description here:

https://www.centralkids.org.nz/untrained-reliever