Session facilitator

3 weeks ago

Gisborne, Gisborne, New Zealand Matawai Playcentre Full time

We're seeking a vibrant, motivated, creative, and passionate educator with a sparkling personality to join our well-resourced centre to support our tamariki, parents and whānau in facilitating child led play.

You will role model by working alongside our centre whānau to open the sessions, guide activities while facilitating learning for our members and tamariki through child led play and positive guidance.

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 their exploring their light bulb moments.

We are all about mentoring and supporting parents/whānau/members/tamariki as they explore and learn with their children during these very special years.

Start: 29 April 2025 (or sooner if available)

Days & hours:

2 days a week Tuesday and Thursday (days negotiable for the right candidate)
9.15am–12.15pm, 6 hours p/w (during term time only)

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.
  • Hold a current First Aid Certificate or be willing to achieve this.

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 in our sessions.
  • Knowledge of ECE regulations.
  • Ability to use technology.

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

How to apply

For further information, a position description or to apply for this role with your CV and Cover Letter, please contact vacancies@playcentre.org.nz using "CNI SF Matawai" in the subject line.

Type: Playcentre
Maximum licensed places: 0

Physical address:
Raumati Street, Matawai

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