Session Support Worker – Dargaville and Mamaranui Playcentres
Northland
Dargaville and Mamaranui Playcentres are seeking a motivated and enthusiastic Session Support Workers to join our well-resourced and vibrant Playcentre Community for various sessions of the week. You will work alongside our members and tamariki to guide session activities, facilitate learning using child led play and positive guidance, support the writing of learning stories and positively support the Playcentre education programme.
Closing date: Review of applications will begin as soon as possible until position is filled
Purpose of the position:
To assist parents/ caregivers and whanau 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.
Start date:
8 February 2022
Position location:
Dargaville Playcentre, 7 Ranfurly Street, Dargaville 0310
Mamaranui Playcentre, 2091 State Highway 12, Mamaranui 0373
Hours:
14 hours per week. Monday & Friday mornings at Dargaville. Tuesday and Thursday mornings at Mamaranui. 4 sessions in total. Term time only.
The ideal candidate will:
- Hold a Playcentre Course 3 qualification or higher, or Early Childhood qualification;
- Hold a current First Aid Certificate; or be prepared to achieve this.
Desirable skills and experience will include:
- A passion for Playcentre and our philosophy;
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills with experience at Centre level with tamariki and adults;
- Strong knowledge and understanding of Te Whāriki and commitment to Te Tiriti o Waitangi;
- Ability to support and empower parents, whānau and caregivers in their role as Kaiako;
- Passion for supporting Te Reo Māori and tikanga and engaging all whānau to feel a sense of belonging on our sessions.
Applicants for this position should have NZ residency or a valid NZ work visa.
Closing date:
Review of applications will begin as soon as possible until position is filled.
How to apply:
For further information, a position description or to apply for this role with your CV and Cover Letter, please contact mailto: [email protected] using “UNI SSW – Dargaville & Mamaranui” in the subject line.