Part-Time Centre Coordinator – Whānau-Led Early Education

Playcentre; Auckland; Hybrid; NZD 4,200 - 7,300; Part time

Job summary

Playcentre Aotearoa is seeking a Centre Coordinator for a part-time, 4-hour-per-week role in Auckland, starting 2 November 2026. You will work with centre whānau and support staff to build adult capability and leadership in sessions, ensuring an enriching, whānau-led learning environment.

Responsibilities include guiding curriculum delivery, assisting with health, safety and regulatory duties, and promoting Te Tiriti o Waitangi and Māori values within Playcentre.

Qualifications

• Must hold Playcentre Diploma or equivalent ECE qualification (Level 4+).
• Knowledge of Te Whāriki, ECE regulations, and Te Tiriti o Waitangi.
• NZ residency or valid NZ work visa required.

Responsibilities

• Developing whānau to be first and best educators with rich, child-led curriculum experiences.
• Role-modelling and supporting high-quality whānau-led sessions.
• Provide guidance on curriculum, adult education and health and safety to centre whānau.
• Ensure sessions meet regulatory requirements including Health and Safety obligations.
• Promote Māori cultural values and Te Tiriti o Waitangi within Playcentre.

Skills

Relationship building

Guidance

Adult education

Technology for learning & admin

Te Whāriki knowledge

Health and safety awareness

First Aid certification

Education

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

First Aid certification

Job description

Playcentre Aotearoa is seeking a Centre Coordinator for a part-time, 4-hour-per-week role in Auckland, starting 2 November 2026. You will work with centre whānau and support staff to build adult capability and leadership in sessions, ensuring an enriching, whānau-led learning environment.

Responsibilities include guiding curriculum delivery, assisting with health, safety and regulatory duties, and promoting Te Tiriti o Waitangi and Māori values within Playcentre.