Centre Coordinator - Whānau-Led ECE (Part-Time)

NZ Playcentre Federation; Waikato; On-site; NZD 28,000 - 48,000; Part time

Job summary

NZ Playcentre Federation is seeking a Centre Coordinator for a part-time role (3 hours per week) starting 12 October 2026, Tue 9.00am–12.00pm. You will work with centre whānau to build adult capability and leadership.

You will provide pedagogical guidance to Playcentre whānau, ensuring sessions reflect Playcentre Philosophy and enrich children’s learning and development, with a focus on Te Tiriti o Waitangi.

Qualifications

• Experience building adult capability and leadership in early childhood.
• Knowledge of Te Whāriki and ECE regulations.
• First Aid certification valid.
• NZ residency or valid NZ work visa.

Responsibilities

• Developing whānau to be educators with rich, child-led curriculum.
• Role-model and support high-quality, whānau-led sessions.
• Provide advice on curriculum, adult education, and health and safety.
• Ensure sessions meet health, safety and regulatory requirements.
• Promote Māori cultural values and Te Tiriti o Waitangi.

Skills

Relationship building

Centre coordination

Technology for learning

Education

Playcentre Education Diploma Course 3

ECE Qualification Level 4+

Job description

NZ Playcentre Federation is seeking a Centre Coordinator for a part-time role (3 hours per week) starting 12 October 2026, Tue 9.00am–12.00pm. You will work with centre whānau to build adult capability and leadership.

You will provide pedagogical guidance to Playcentre whānau, ensuring sessions reflect Playcentre Philosophy and enrich children’s learning and development, with a focus on Te Tiriti o Waitangi.