We’re seeking a vibrant, motivated, creative, and passionate educator to join our well-resourced centre to support our tamariki, parents and whānau in facilitating child led play.
To work alongside our Centre whānau to open the sessions and guide activities, facilitate learning for our members and tamariki while role modelling child led play and positive guidance and support running our tamariki nui sessions.
To support whānau in the use of Te Reo Māori, encourage participation in the Playcentre Education programme to increase qualification levels at our centre and demonstrate the benefits of participating to whānau.
Let your inner author shine writing learning stories highlighting tamariki achievements, developments, learning and wonders while supporting whānau with exploring their light bulb moments.
We are all about mentoring and supporting parents/ whānau /members/tamariki as they explore and learn with their tamariki during these very special years.
Position description:
Start date:
14th July 2025
Location:
Papamoa Playcentre 301 Dickson Road, Papamoa Beach 3118
Days & hours:
23 hours per week 5 days a week Monday 8.45am – 4.45pm Tuesday Wednesday and Friday 8.45am -12.15pm Thursday 8.45am – 1.45pm 23 hours p/w (during term time only)
If interested in more hours please see the Programme Facilitator for Space at Papamoa for afternoon hours
Programme Facilitator – Papamoa Playcentre
The ideal candidate will need to have the following:
- Hold a Playcentre Course 3 qualification or higher or an Early Childhood qualification of Level 4 or higher or Primary Teaching that has completed the Playcentre Primary Teacher Bridging Award or be prepared to complete the Bridging Award.
- Hold a current First Aid Certificate or be willing to achieve this.
Please contact us if you have queries about your qualifications in relation to this role.
Desirable skills and experience will include:
- Knowledge and understanding of Te Whāriki and commitment to Te Tiriti o Waitangi.
- A passion for Playcentre and our philosophy.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills with tamariki and adults.
- Passion for empowering and engaging with all whānau to feel a sense of belonging on our sessions.
- Knowledge of ECE regulations
- Ability to use technology
Applicants for this position should have NZ residency or a valid NZ work visa.
Closing date:
29th June 2025
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] using “CNI SF Papamoa” in the subject line.