Early Years Playgroup Leader

Placements24; Kimberley; Hybrid; CAD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary package

Flexible hours

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an enthusiastic Early Years Playgroup Leader in Kimberley, Canada, to plan and run engaging play sessions for young children, fostering development through play, exploration, and guided activities.

You will create a safe, inclusive environment, observe children's progress, communicate with parents, and contribute to a supportive team dedicated to early childhood education in a dynamic community setting.

Qualifications

• Experience working with young children in playgroups, nurseries, or similar settings.
• Understanding of early childhood development principles and play-based learning.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to plan and lead engaging activities for groups of young children.
• First Aid or Child Protection certification is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Plan, prepare, and lead stimulating playgroup sessions for young children.
• Create a safe, welcoming, and inclusive environment that encourages exploration and participation.
• Facilitate activities that promote children's social, emotional, cognitive, and physical development.
• Observe children's engagement and development, providing positive reinforcement and support.
• Maintain communication with parents regarding session activities and children's participation.

Skills

Experience with children

Communication skills

Planning activities

Safety awareness

Job description

Our client is seeking an enthusiastic and experienced Early Years Playgroup Leader to manage and facilitate engaging play sessions for young children in Kimberley. This role involves creating a fun, safe, and interactive environment where children can develop through play, social interaction, and guided activities. You will be responsible for planning and leading sessions that cater to the developmental needs of children aged (Specify Age Range, e.g., 2-4 years). This is a wonderful opportunity for someone passionate about early childhood education to foster a love of learning and social development in a dynamic setting. The position requires creativity, energy, and a nurturing approach.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan, prepare, and lead stimulating playgroup sessions for young children.
• Create a safe, welcoming, and inclusive environment that encourages exploration and participation.
• Facilitate activities that promote children's social, emotional, cognitive, and physical development.
• Observe children's engagement and development, providing positive reinforcement and support.
• Maintain communication with parents regarding session activities and children's participation.

Requirements

• Previous experience working with young children in a playgroup, nursery, or similar setting.
• Understanding of early childhood development principles and play-based learning.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to plan and lead engaging activities for groups of young children.
• First Aid or Child Protection certification is advantageous.

Benefits

• Competitive salary package.
• Flexible working hours may be available.
• Opportunity to shape early learning experiences for young children.
• Supportive team and community-focused environment.
• Professional development opportunities.