Session Facilitator - Carterton Playcentre

Carterton Playcentre New Zealand (nationwide) Part time, Fixed term, FTTE up to: 0.3, Start Date: 27/07/2026, End Date: 31/08/2026 (Consultation for this role is underway, final decision will be made on 1st July 2026) Early learning / kōhanga reo, Certificated teacher Belonging / Mana Whenua, Contribution / Mana Tangata, Communication / Mana Reo, Exploration / Mana Aotūroa, Well-being / Mana Atua 8.75 hours per week | Part-time | Starting 27 July 2026. Monday 8.45am – 12.45pm Thursday 8.45am – 2.00pm About you You will support parents and caregivers to confidently run sessions, model Playcentre philosophy, and enhance children’s learning, while fostering a strong whānau-led culture by building members’ knowledge, confidence, and leadership. You will also have: passion for Playcentre philosophy and empowering whānau Course 3 of the Playcentre Education Diploma or equivalent ECE Qualification Level 4+ current first aid certificate or willingness to complete confidence using technology to support learning & administration strong knowledge of Te Whāriki, ECE regulations, and a commitment to Te Tiriti o Waitangi hold a current First Aid Certificate or be prepared to complete this. NZ residency or a valid NZ work visa About the role The Session Facilitator works 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. Duties include, but are not limited to: engage children in playful, stimulating, and imaginative experiences that encourage exploration, problem-solving, and independence foster strong, responsive relationships with tamariki, recognising their individual strengths, interests, and cultural diversity promote inclusive learning by encouraging communication, expression, and the development of positive learning dispositions About us Formed in 1941, Te Whānau Tupu Ngātahi o Aotearoa – Playcentre Aotearoa is a licensed early childhood education provider and charitable trust. With a philosophy of empowering ‘parents as first educators’, Playcentre seeks to empower whānau and tamariki to work, play, learn and grow together, and today has over 400 centres nationwide. How to apply To apply, please visit our website and submit your application online. For any queries, please email us using “LNI SF Carterton” in the subject line. Type: Playcentre Maximum licenced places: 30 Physical address: Belvedere Road, Carterton #J-18808-Ljbffr