Reliever (Certificated) Oamaru

• Waitaki region
• Coastal location on the beautiful South Island.
• Casual relieving opportunity – great work-life balance.

At Little Wonders Oamaru, we’re passionate about supporting busy families through high-quality early childhood education. Our centre offers excellent facilities, a thoughtfully designed curriculum, and a dedicated team who genuinely love what they do, all set within the stunning natural environment of the South Island’s coastline.

Inspired by the Reggio Emilia philosophy, we create calm, safe spaces where ākonga feel empowered to explore, discover, and grow. We embrace the outdoors as an extension of our classroom, encouraging curiosity, movement, and a strong connection to the natural world.

A standout feature of our centre is the Trent Street Wilderness Garden—a beautiful outdoor space where tamariki can immerse themselves in nature. With fruit trees, vegetable gardens, and opportunities for adventurous, risky play, this environment nurtures exploration while teaching sustainability and the importance of caring for the world around us.

We believe in sustainability and kaitiakitanga, supporting tamariki to respect and care for Papatūānuku through meaningful, hands-on experiences.

We’re also proud to be led by excellence, our Centre Manager was recently recognised at the 2026 ECE Conference, winning the Exceptional Curriculum Award, reflecting our commitment to high-quality teaching and inspiring learning environments.

We’re looking for certificated reliever who are passionate about early childhood education and enjoy working as part of a supportive, long-standing team.

Our offer to you:

• A welcoming, experienced, and supportive team
• A well-resourced centre that inspires nature and hands-on learning
• Competitive pay with flexibility to suit your lifestyle
• Opportunity to be part of the wider Evolve Education network
• A positive culture with strong whānau and community engagement

What We’re looking for in you:

• NZ Registered Teacher (provisional or full)
• Passion for ECE, with relationships at the heart of your practice
• An appreciation for nature-based learning and sustainable practices
• Fun-loving, resilient, and open to learning

From cultural events and strong whānau connections to outdoor learning in our wilderness garden, you’ll be part of a centre that truly values people, place, and purpose guided by award-winning practice.

If you’re ready to bring your energy, creativity, and passion to a centre where you can thrive, we’d love to hear from you. Apply using the link below.