Centre Coordinator — Whānau-Led Playcentre (Part-Time)

Playcentre; Wellington; On-site; NZD 8,200 - 11,000; Part time

Job summary

Playcentre Aotearoa is seeking a Centre Coordinator for Paremata Playcentre. This part-time role covers 7.5 hours per week with sessions Tue 9:15–13:15 and Thu 9:15–12:45, starting 30 November 2026.

The role focuses on building adult capability and a whānau-led environment, supporting the delivery of child-led curricula. You will work with centre whānau, provide guidance on curriculum and health and safety, and ensure regulatory compliance while upholding Playcentre philosophy and Te Tiriti

Qualifications

• Experience with Playcentre philosophy and empowering whānau.
• Ability to guide curriculum and adult education.
• First Aid certification current.

Responsibilities

• Develop whānau to be the first educators for tamariki through rich, child-led curriculum.
• Role-model and support delivery of whānau-led sessions.
• Provide guidance on curriculum, adult education and health and safety.
• Ensure sessions meet Health and Safety and regulatory requirements.
• Observe Te Tiriti o Waitangi principles and promote Māori cultural values.

Skills

Relationship building

Leadership in sessions

Technology for learning

Te Whāriki knowledge

Education

Playcentre Education Diploma (Course 3) or equivalent ECE Qualification Level 4+

Job description

Playcentre Aotearoa is seeking a Centre Coordinator for Paremata Playcentre. This part-time role covers 7.5 hours per week with sessions Tue 9:15–13:15 and Thu 9:15–12:45, starting 30 November 2026.

The role focuses on building adult capability and a whānau-led environment, supporting the delivery of child-led curricula. You will work with centre whānau, provide guidance on curriculum and health and safety, and ensure regulatory compliance while upholding Playcentre philosophy and Te Tiriti