Centre Coordinator

5 hours per week | Starting 20 August 2026 Permanent, part-time position during term time only Potential for additional hours as a kaimahi, to be discussed with the successful applicant. About the role Working in collaboration with centre whānau and other centre support staff, the centre coordinator focuses on building adult capability and confidence. As the Person Responsible on session, this role provides high-quality support and pedagogical guidance to Playcentre whānau.The centre coordinator ensures sessions and programmes reflect Playcentre Philosophy and enriches children’s learning and development. Duties include, but are not limited to: 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 About you You will be confident building and maintaining strong relationships, providing guidance and solutions with a centre-focused approach, and: 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 and maintain appropriate First Aid certification NZ residency or a valid NZ work visa 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. 35 Lowestoft Street, Balclutha #J-18808-Ljbffr