Session Facilitator – Taihape Playcentre

Job Category: Session Facilitator
Job Type: Part Time
Job Location: Lower North Island Taihape

A Session Facilitator assists parents/caregivers and whānau on session to ensure sessions run smoothly, parents are supported in their role as kaiako and children’s needs are catered for, while role modelling Playcentre philosophy and current practices and fostering whanau-led culture, supporting emerging leadership and supporting parents in gaining the skills and tools to become more confident in running sessions themselves.

Taihape Playcentre are seeking a motivated and enthusiastic Session Facilitator to join our well-resourced and vibrant Playcentre Community. You will work alongside our members and tamariki to guide session activities, facilitate learning using child-led play and positive guidance, support planning and assessment for learning and positively support the Playcentre education programme. You will be a leader who encourages others to thrive; you will model Playcentre philosophy and good practice while supporting whanau to gain confidence to have a go themselves.

Position description:

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Start date:

As soon as possible

Location:

Taihape Playcentre.

Days & hours:

Fridays 8.30am – 12.30pm and potentially Tuesdays 8.30am – 12.30pm. During school term time only. This is a permanent position.

We will begin reviewing applications upon receipt and could appoint to this position before the application period has closed.

The ideal candidate will:

  • Have completed or currently enrolled in the Playcentre Level 3 or 4 C-series, OR have an equivalent ECE qualification, or higher.
  • OR hold a Primary Teaching qualification and have completed or be prepared to complete Playcentre Primary Teacher Bridging Award.
  • Hold a current First Aid Certificate or be prepared to complete this.

Desirable skills and experience will include:

  • A passion for Playcentre and our philosophy; Knowledge and understanding of how to apply Te Whariki and a commitment to Te Tiriti o Waitangi;
  • Great time management and with strong interpersonal and communication skills, and experience at centre level communicating with both tamariki and adults;
  • An ability to support and empower parents, whānau and caregivers in their role as kaiako.
  • A willingness to upskill and meet new Playcentre qualification requirements as required; confidence when speaking within a group.
  • A passion for supporting Te Reo Māori and tikanga and engaging all whanau to feel a sense of belonging on our session.

Applicants for this position should have NZ residency or a valid NZ work visa.

Closing date:

Open until position is filled

We will be reviewing application upon receipt and could appoint to this position before the application period has closed.

How to apply:

For further information, a position description or to apply for this role with your CV and Cover Letter, please contact [email protected]. Please include “LNI SF Taihape” in the subject line.

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