Session facilitator

Ashridge Road Playcentre; Hawke's Bay; On-site; NZD 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

An established early childhood organization is seeking a motivated session facilitator to join a vibrant community. This role involves guiding activities, facilitating child-led play, and supporting educational programs. Ideal candidates will possess relevant qualifications and a passion for empowering families. This permanent position offers flexible hours during term time, allowing you to make a significant impact on young learners and their whānau while promoting a sense of belonging in the community.

Qualifications

• Hold a Playcentre Course 3 qualification or higher.
• Hold a current First Aid Certificate or be willing to achieve this.

Responsibilities

• Guide session activities and facilitate learning using child-led play.
• Support planning and assessment for learning and positively support the education programme.

Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Communication Skills

Knowledge of ECE Regulations

Ability to Use Technology

Education

Playcentre Course 3 Qualification

Early Childhood Qualification Level 4 or Higher

Job description

Playcentre Aotearoa, is a well known and loved Early Childhood organisation with over 80 years of supporting parents to take the lead in their children’s learning through play. Playcentre operates over 400 Playcentres throughout the country.

Ashridge Road Playcentre is seeking a motivated and enthusiastic session facilitator to join our well-resourced and vibrant Playcentre Community. You will work alongside our members and tamariki to guide session activities, facilitate learning using child-led play and positive guidance, support planning and assessment for learning and positively support the Playcentre education programme. You will be a leader who encourages others to thrive; you will model Playcentre philosophy and good practice while supporting whānau to gain confidence to have a go themselves.

Start 30 May 2025 (or sooner if available)

Days & hours:

Fridays from 8.45am-12.15pm, with an additional opportunity on Tuesdays from 8.45am-12.15pm starting 3 June 2025. You may apply for one or both days. 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 orhigher.
• Hold a current First Aid Certificate or be willing to achieve this.

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 on our sessions.
• Knowledge of ECE regulations
• 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 "LNI SF Ashridge Road" in the subject line.

Type: Playcentre
Maximum licenced places: 25

Physical address:
15 Ashridge Road, Marewa, Napier

Get new listings like these in your email

Suggested as they share a similar subject, location or sector. Learn more