Qualified ECE Teacher Position
We are a well respected small community based Early Learning Centre located in Orakei.
We are a mixed age centre that encourages open, caring and responsive relationships with our community that make it possible for our children to explore, experiment, grow and make mistakes while stretching their boundaries safely. We wish to instil a positive sense of self through nurturing children’s natural wonderment, fostering their curiosity, encouraging co-operation and supporting friendships in a play based learning environment.
This is an excellent opportunity to join a friendly, vibrant and dynamic team environment. We are looking for a highly motivated qualified and provisional/fully registered ECE Teacher to inspire and be part of a great, dedicated team. The position is permanent 30 hours a week, working 6 hours per day, Monday – Friday 8.30am until 2.30pm.
The successful candidate will need to have:
• A recognised ECE Diploma or Degree, as well as provisional / full registration
• Be a team player who has great communication skills, with parents, staff and children.
• The ability to identify children’s unique strengths and interests
• Have a passion for providing and implementing a quality learning programme
• Be flexible, reliable, enthusiastic and show initiative
Applicants for this position should have NZ residency or a valid NZ work permit. Send your CV to orakeiplayday@xtra.co.nz
playday.co.nz...
Brain Teaser of the Day 🧠✨ Can You Solve It? 🤔💬
Make a hearty dish. Take just half a minute. Add four parts of kestrel. Then just add one. What have you made?
(Trev from Silverdale kindly provided this head-scratcher ... thanks, Trev!)
Do you think you know the answer? Simply 'Like' this post and we'll post the answer in the comments below at 2pm on the day!
Want to stop seeing these in your newsfeed? No worries! Simply head here and click once on the Following button.
Tour Ho Chi Minh City to Hanoi & experience Vietnam’s culture
This premium 12-day Vietnam food tour, hosted by Leanne Kitchen from 15–27 October 2026, offers an exclusive culinary journey from NZD$5,995 per person (twin share). Book via Helloworld Travel Ponsonby (09 267 6758) on a first-come, first-served basis
Itinerary Highlights
The journey includes 10 nights of accommodation in boutique hotels and a 1-night cruise in Ha Long Bay
Ho Chi Minh City & Mekong Delta: Explore floating markets, visit coconut gardens, and sample regional specialties like "elephant ear fish".
Hoi An & Hue: Participate in cooking classes, tea tastings, and salt coffee experiences in these historic centers.
Halong Bay: Experience an overnight cruise with on-board cooking demonstrations.
Hanoi: Discover the capital's food culture through a guided street food tour and a traditional water puppet show.
What’s Included:
• Return flights ex Auckland + internal flights
• 11 nights premium accommodation
• Guided culinary experiences
• Discover Mekong Delta, Hoi An & Imperial Hue
• Overnight Halong Bay cruise with activities & all meals onboard
• Airport transfers & private transport throughout
• Small group: Maximum 18 travellers
Poll: Should the government levy industries that contribute to financial hardship?
As reported in the Post, there’s a $30 million funding gap in financial mentoring. This has led to services closing and mentors stepping in unpaid just to keep helping people in need 🪙💰🪙
One proposed solution? Small levies on industries that profit from financial hardship — like banks, casinos, and similar companies.
So we want to hear what you think:
Should the government ask these industries to contribute?
-
59.5% Yes, supporting people is important!
-
26.2% No, individuals should take responsibility
-
14.4% ... It is complicated
Loading…
