Session facilitator

Toko Playcentre; Taranaki; On-site; NZD 80,000 - 100,000; Part time

Job summary

A local early childhood centre in Taranaki seeks a motivated session facilitator for one session per week. This position involves guiding activities and facilitating child-led play. Candidates must hold a relevant qualification for licensing and a current first aid certificate. A passion for Playcentre and commitment to supporting whānau are essential. This is a permanent role during school term time only.

Qualifications

• Must have the playcentre C3 qualification or equivalent for licensing.
• Current first aid certificate required or willingness to complete.

Responsibilities

• Guide session activities and facilitate learning using play.
• Model playcentre philosophy and good practice.
• Support whānau to gain confidence in leading play.

Skills

Passion for playcentre philosophy

Understanding of Te Whāriki

Ability to support parents and caregivers

Education

C3 qualification or equivalent ECE qualification

First aid certificate

Job description

Overview

Early learning / kōhanga reo, Certificated teacher

Belonging / Mana Whenua, Contribution / Mana Tangata, Communication / Mana Reo, Exploration / Mana Aotūroa, Well-being / Mana Atua

Te Whānau Tupu Ngātahi o Aotearoa - 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 400 playcentres throughout the country.

Toko Playcentre is seeking a motivated and enthusiastic session facilitator to join our well-resourced and vibrant playcentre community for one session per week. You will work alongside our members and tamariki to guide session activities, facilitate learning using child led play and positive guidance. You will be a hands-on team member who encourages others to thrive; you will model playcentre philosophy and good practice while supporting whānau to gain confidence to have a go themselves.

Thursdays 9am–1pm, 4 hours per week. This is a permanent position, during school term time only.

The candidate must have:

• The playcentre C3 qualification or the New Zealand certificate in early childhood education and care L4 or a higher ECE qualification or a primary teaching qualification with the playcentre primary teacher bridging award, for licencing purposes.
• A current first aid certificate or be prepared to complete this.

Please contact us if you have queries about your qualifications in relation to this role.

Desirable skills and experience will include:

• A passion for playcentre and our philosophy;
• Knowledge and understanding of how to apply Te Whāriki and a commitment to Te Tiriti o Waitangi;
• An ability to support and empower parents, whānau, and caregivers in their role as kaiako.
• A willingness to upskill and meet new playcentre qualification requirements as required;
• A passion for supporting te reo Māori and tikanga and engaging all whānau to feel a sense of belonging on our session.

Applicants for this position should have NZ residency or a valid NZ work visa.

How to apply

To apply, please visit our website and submit your application online. If you have any questions or would like more information about the role, please contact us, using “LNI SF Toko” in the subject line.

Type: Playcentre

Maximum licenced places: 30

Physical address: 14 East Station Road, Toko