Centre Coordinator: Empower Whānau & Child-Led Learning

Wakatipu Playcentre; Otago; On-site; NZD 34,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

Wakatipu Playcentre in Otago, NZ is seeking a centre coordinator who collaborates with whānau and other staff to build adult capability and confidence and to deliver high-quality, whānau-led sessions. This permanent, term-time only role is 18.5 hours per week, with scheduled days Tue 9:00–14:30 and Wed–Fri 9:00–14:00, starting 8 December 2026.

Applicants should hold Playcentre Education Diploma Course 3 or equivalent, strong Te Whāriki knowledge, Te Tiriti o Waitangi commitment, First Aid, and

Qualifications

• Experience in empowering whānau and delivering child-led curriculum.
• Knowledge of Te Whāriki and ECE regulations.
• First Aid certification.
• NZ residency or valid NZ work visa.
• Centre-focused relationship building and guidance.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate sessions on Tue 9:00–14:30 and Wed–Fri 9:00–14:00, term-time only.
• Provide pedagogical guidance to Playcentre whānau.
• Support curriculum development and health and safety compliance.
• Promote Te Tiriti o Waitangi values and whānau empowerment.

Skills

Relationship building

Tech for learning

Te Whāriki knowledge

Education

Playcentre Education Diploma (Course 3) or equivalent

Job description

Wakatipu Playcentre in Otago, NZ is seeking a centre coordinator who collaborates with whānau and other staff to build adult capability and confidence and to deliver high-quality, whānau-led sessions. This permanent, term-time only role is 18.5 hours per week, with scheduled days Tue 9:00–14:30 and Wed–Fri 9:00–14:00, starting 8 December 2026.

Applicants should hold Playcentre Education Diploma Course 3 or equivalent, strong Te Whāriki knowledge, Te Tiriti o Waitangi commitment, First Aid, and