Session facilitator

Lyttelton Street Playcentre; Canterbury; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading Playcentre located in Canterbury is seeking a vibrant and motivated educator to support child-led play. The ideal candidate will hold relevant qualifications, including a Playcentre Course 3, and be passionate about empowering families. This role is about mentoring community involvement in early childhood education, with a focus on engaging with whānau and promoting Te Reo Māori.

Qualifications

• Hold a Playcentre Course 3 qualification or higher or an Early Childhood qualification of Level 4.
• Hold a current First Aid Certificate or be willing to achieve this.
• Hold a primary teaching qualification and be prepared to undertake a Playcentre Bridging Course.

Responsibilities

• Guide activities and facilitate learning for members and tamariki.
• Support whānau in using Te Reo Māori and participate in the Playcentre Education programme.
• Mentor and support parents/whānau/tamariki during their children's learning.

Skills

Strong interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Knowledge of ECE regulations

Passion for Playcentre philosophy

Education

Playcentre Course 3 qualification or higher

Early Childhood qualification Level 4 or higher

Current First Aid Certificate

Primary teaching qualification

Job description

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 work alongside our centre whānau to open the sessions and guide activities, facilitate learning for our members and tamariki, while role modeling child-led play and positive guidance.

The successful candidate will 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.

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

Application closing date: 14 July 2025

Days & hours:

Monday - Wednesday, 9am to 1pm. This is a permanent position during term time only.

We will be reviewing applications upon receipt.

The ideal candidate will:

• 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.
• Hold a primary teaching qualification and be prepared to undertake a Playcentre Bridging Course.

Please contact us if you have queries about your qualifications in relation to this role.

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 during our sessions.
• Knowledge of ECE regulations or willingness to upskill.
• 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 [e-mail] using "USI SF Lyttelton Street" in the subject line.

Type: Playcentre

Maximum licensed places: 28

Physical address:
81 Lyttelton Street, Spreydon, Christchurch

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