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Session facilitator
Job summary
A well-known early childhood organization in New Zealand is seeking a motivated session facilitator to guide activities and support learning through play. The ideal candidate will have relevant qualifications and strong interpersonal skills. Join a vibrant community dedicated to child-led learning and positive guidance. This part-time role involves working two days a week during term time, creating a sense of belonging for all families involved.
Qualifications
- Must hold a current First Aid Certificate or be willing to achieve this.
- Knowledge and understanding of Te Whāriki and commitment to Te Tiriti o Waitangi.
Responsibilities
- Guide session activities and facilitate learning using child-led play.
- Support planning and assessment for learning.
- Model Playcentre philosophy and good practice.
Skills
Education
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.
Katikati 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.
7 October 2025 – Negotiable for the successful candidate
Days & hours:
2 days a week Tuesday and Thursday 8:45am–12:30 pm (during term time only).
The ideal candidate must have the following:
- Hold a Playcentre Course 3 qualification or higher or an Early Childhood qualification of Level 4 or higher.
- 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.
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 atvacancies@playcentre.org.nz, using “CNI SF Katikati” in the subject line.
Type: Playcentre
Maximum licenced places: 25
* The salary benchmark is based on the target salaries of market leaders in their relevant sectors. It is intended to serve as a guide to help Premium Members assess open positions and to help in salary negotiations. The salary benchmark is not provided directly by the company, which could be significantly higher or lower.
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