Playcentre Aotearoa are looking for someone with top notch communication skills and a flair for organization.
We’re on the hunt for a Regional Support Lead to join our team and support a network of Playcentres to provide quality ECE services. The RSL is responsible for managing a team of Centre Advisors, as well as managing employment and providing advice and guidance to ensure centres are thriving.
This is an exciting role with varied tasks on a day-to-day basis!
The Regional Support Lead monitors the health of our centres, works with Centre Advisors to encourage growth at centre level, is the link between ERO & MoE and centres, collaborates with HR to manage employee relations, and is generally the go-to person for centre-related matters.
Position Description
Start Date:
A soon as possible.
Days and Hours:
This is a permanent, part-time position working 20 hours a week. The days and hours are negotiable.
The person we are looking for will have:
- Excellent relationship management skills – proven ability to interact effectively and confidently with a range of stakeholders.
- Experience and confidence when working with Microsoft Office suite, as well as SMS, namely Discover.
- An understanding of te ao Māori, including an appreciation of matauranga Māori, tikanga Māori and te reo Māori.
- A related Tertiary qualification is preferred.
- Knowledge of ECE legislation and licensing requirements and experience in an ECE/ Playcentre is essential.
- Proactive mindset and a good sense of humour.
- Flexibility to travel and work remotely as required from time to time.
- Accuracy and attention to detail as well as the ability to see the whole picture.
- Flexibility and the ability to deal with issues as they arise.
- Sound judgement, a great work ethic and ability to work independently.
Applicants for this position should have NZ residency or a valid NZ work visa.
Closing date:
11 July 2025
We will begin reviewing applications as we receive them and may fill the position before the application period has closed.
How to apply:
Contact [email protected] to apply for this role with your CV & cover letter. Further enquiries welcomed. Please use LSI RSL in the subject line.