Head Teacher | Waimea Kindergarten

Permanent | Full-time

We are currently looking for a highly motivated, reliable, and dedicated kaiako to lead our dynamic team at Waimea Kindergarten. If you have the ability to lead and have experience in coaching teams to success, then this role could be perfect for you. The ideal candidate will lead with strong initiative, value teamwork, be self-motivated and have a genuine passion for teaching young tamariki. You must show a strong commitment to Te Tiriti o Waitangi and implement a curriculum where all tamariki experience, learn about, and connect with Te Ao Māori.

Located adjacent to Henley School in Richmond, Waimea Kindergarten comprises of two buildings, Te Puna and Te Awa, with a total licence for 75 children. We provide a rich early childhood curriculum for tamariki aged 2 years to 6 years. Our mixed age programme holds the fundamental principles of respect, resilience, having fun, challenging oneself and kaitiakitanga.

Why should you work at NTK?

• We have a network of 23 high quality and well-resourced Kindergartens across the region, each with their own unique character.

• Staff at Nelson Tasman Kindergartens benefit from the great ideas and the combined wealth of experience of the 140 plus teachers that work for us.

• Teaching staff are supported by a team of Senior Education Advisors, the management team, board, and association office staff, as well as administrators in every Kindergarten.

• We are a not-for-profit charity which ensures all funds go towards our children’s education.

• Head Teachers work 60% contact, 40% non-contact, including an additional 40 hours per year Head Teacher release.

How to Apply:

If you are a warm, reflective, and future-focused leader, we’d love to hear from you. Please fill out the application form to then send back with a CV and Cover Letter to Amy.katipa@ntk.org.nz. 

Applications close 6 November 2026.