The YMCA Gisborne operates two Early Childhood Centres, including Te Whare Kohungahunga o Y Tamariki, our bilingual early learning centre located in Kaiti. We are currently seeking two qualified and registered Early Childhood Teacher’s to join our passionate teaching team. One in our 0–2-year-old ruma and one in our 2-3 year old ruma.

Our centre offers three age-appropriate ruma, thoughtfully designed to support tamariki at every stage of their developmental journey, along with two spacious, separate outdoor play areas that encourage exploration, movement, and connection with nature.

About the Role

As a Registered ECE Teacher, you will play a key role in delivering a high-quality, nurturing education programme aligned with Te Whāriki, while supporting the YMCA’s values and centre objectives. You will work collaboratively with kaiako, whānau, and the wider community to create a safe, inclusive, and engaging environment for our youngest learners.

We’re Looking for Someone Who Is:

• Caring, warm, and enthusiastic about working with tamariki

• A team player with a positive attitude and strong work ethic

• Flexible and adaptable to meet the needs of a busy ECE environment

• Motivated and ready for a rewarding professional challenge

• Open to and respectful of te ao Māori (knowledge of te reo Māori is a bonus, but not essential)

Key Responsibilities Include:

• Delivering high-quality teaching and learning experiences based on Te Whāriki

• Using assessment as a conscious practice of noticing, recognising, and responding

• Creating a safe, inclusive, and engaging learning environment

• Building strong, respectful relationships with children, parents/whānau, and colleagues

• Supporting children’s care routines as meaningful opportunities for learning and connection

• Upholding health and safety best practice

• Contributing positively to centre operations, administration, and professional learning

• Reflecting on practice to support continuous improvement

Skills, Experience & Qualifications

• Bachelor or Diploma of Teaching (ECE) – minimum requirement

• Current New Zealand Teacher Registration and Practising Certificate

• At least two years’ experience in a New Zealand ECE setting preferred

• Understanding of ECE Regulations and centre policies

• Ability to develop and evaluate child-appropriate programmes

• Competent ICT skills

• Intermediate te reo Māori is an advantage

Benefits of Working for the YMCA

• Pay Parity employer

• Subsidised childcare

• Subsidised OSCAR after school and holiday programmes (criteria applies)

• Free gym membership including Les Mills classes

• Supportive, values-driven organisation with a strong community focus

Ready to Apply? 

If you are a registered ECE teacher who thrives in a nurturing, community-focused environment, we would love to hear from you.

Please submit your CV and Cover Letter to Annie at hr@ymcagisborne.nz.

If you have any questions, please feel free to reach out to Annie, our HR Coordinator on hr@ymcagisborne.nz

Part-time | 15 hours per week

Are you a creative storyteller with a passion for community impact?

The Y Gisborne is seeking a part-time Marketing Coordinator (15 hours per week) to help share our stories, strengthen our brand, and connect our community with the services we provide.

This role is ideal for someone who enjoys balancing creativity with coordination and wants flexible, meaningful work within a values-driven organisation.

About the Role

The Marketing Coordinator will lead and support marketing activity across the Y Gisborne, ensuring consistent branding, engaging content, and strong promotion of all the Y Gisborne services.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan, develop, and manage content that promotes the Y Gisborne services and communicates key messages clearly and consistently to the community

• Create templates for social media marketing and promotional materials

• Manage the Y Gisborne Inc social media pages and support services running their own platforms

• Provide guidance to services, including what and when to post, templates, and content ideas

• Ensure all the Y Gisborne documentation and materials align with approved branding

• Provide accurate branding guidelines to all services

• Manage and update the Y Gisborne website as required, ensuring content is current, accurate, and engaging for members and the wider community

• Create, edit, and upload content for the Y Gisborne YouTube channel, maintaining videos to showcase programs, events, and initiatives while maximizing audience engagement.

• Identify and implement ways to promote all the Y Gisborne services through targeted and audience-focused communication

• Design posters and update pamphlets and printed materials

• Build and support strategic alliances within the local community through positive, professional communication and relationship-building

• Uphold and promote the values of the Y in all marketing activities

• Utilise a range of marketing tools and platforms to grow brand awareness and strengthen community engagement

• Deliver clear, consistent, and effective customer communication across all marketing channels including the website

About You

You’re creative, organised, and community-focused, with a strong eye for branding and storytelling. You enjoy working across teams and supporting others with marketing tools and ideas.

You will bring:

• Experience in marketing, communications, or a related field

• Strong writing and content creation skills

• Experience managing social media and digital platforms

• Basic design skills and an understanding of branding principles

• Excellent time management and the ability to juggle multiple priorities

• Alignment with the values and purpose of the Y Gisborne

Why Work With Y Gisborne?

Y Gisborne is a not-for-profit organisation committed to empowering people and strengthening our community. This role offers flexibility, variety, and the opportunity to make a meaningful impact through your work.

Ready to Apply?

If this role sounds like you, we’d love to hear from you!

Please submit your CV and Cover Letter to Annie on hr@ymcagisborne.nz.

If you have any questions, please feel free to reach out to Annie, our HR Coordinator on hr@ymcagisborne.nz