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

NZ Playcentre Federation; Waikato; On-site; NZD 30,000 - 47,000; Part time

Job summary

Playcentre Aotearoa is seeking a Centre Coordinator for a 10.5 hour per week, term-time role in the Waikato region. The role focuses on building adult capability, leadership in sessions, and a whānau-led environment that enriches tamariki learning.

You will work with centre whānau to deliver high quality, child-led curriculum experiences, model best practices, and provide guidance on curriculum, safety and health. Knowledge of Te Whāriki and Te Tiriti o Waitangi is essential.

Qualifications

• Passion for Playcentre philosophy and empowering whānau.
• Course 3 of the Playcentre Education Diploma or equivalent ECE Qualification Level 4+.
• Confidence using technology to support learning & administration.
• Strong knowledge of Te Whāriki, ECE regulations, and Te Tiriti o Waitangi.
• First Aid certification.
• NZ residency or a valid NZ work visa.

Responsibilities

• Developing whānau to be the first and best educators for their tamariki by ensuring rich, meaningful, child-led curriculum experiences
• Role-modelling and supporting the delivery of high quality, whānau-led sessions
• Providing advice and support to centre whānau focusing on curriculum, adult education and health and safety to support session delivery
• Ensure sessions meet regulatory and legislative requirements including Health and Safety obligations
• Recognise the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and how they relate to Playcentre and actively engage in promotion of Māori cultural values

Skills

Relationship building

Guidance and solutions

Centre-focused approach

Education

Playcentre Diploma Course 3

ECE Qualification Level 4+

Tools

Technology for learning & admin

Job description

Playcentre Aotearoa is seeking a Centre Coordinator for a 10.5 hour per week, term-time role in the Waikato region. The role focuses on building adult capability, leadership in sessions, and a whānau-led environment that enriches tamariki learning.

You will work with centre whānau to deliver high quality, child-led curriculum experiences, model best practices, and provide guidance on curriculum, safety and health. Knowledge of Te Whāriki and Te Tiriti o Waitangi is essential.