Programme Facilitator – Takaka Playcentres

Te Whānau Tupu Ngātahi o Aotearoa – Playcentre Aotearoa is a well known and loved Early Childhood organisation with over 80 years of supporting parents to take the lead in their children’s learning through play. Playcentre operates 401 Playcentres throughout the country. We are searching for motivated and enthusiastic Programme Facilitators to join our team.  As a Programme Facilitator, you will help parents and their babies connect with other new parents while exploring parenting, children’s development and most importantly, play.

Position description:

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Start date:

Morning session: 30 April 2025.

Afternoon session: 23 July 2025

Location:

Takaka Playcentres

Days & hours:

There are two permanent positions available, both on Wednesdays during term time only. The first role runs from 8.30am to 12.00pm, and the second from 12.30pm to 4.00pm.

We will begin reviewing applications upon receipt.

The candidate must:

• Have Playcentre Course 3, Level 4 or above or hold an ECE degree or diploma
  OR
• Is working towards completing Playcentre Level 4.
• Primary Teaching with Playcentre Primary Teacher Bridging Award or be prepared to complete the bridging award.
• Hold a current First Aid Certificate or be prepared to complete this.

Desirable skills and experience will include:

• A passion for working with new babies (under two years) alongside parents and caregivers.
• Knowledge and understanding of the value of Playcentre and its philosophy;
• Knowledge and commitment to Te Tiriti o Waitangi and using Te Reo on session;
• Knowledge and understanding of how to apply Te Whāriki;
• Having great interpersonal and communication skills, with confidence speaking within a group.
• Having completed prior Space training will be advantageous but is not necessary.

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

Closing date:

14 March 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]. Please include “USI PF Takaka” in the subject line.