Lynmore Playcentre – Lynmore, North Island We're seeking a vibrant, motivated, creative, and passionate educator with a sparkling personality to join our well-resourced centre to support our tamariki, parents, and whanau in facilitating child-led play. You will work alongside our Centre whanau to open the sessions and guide activities, facilitate learning for our members and tamariki while role modelling child-led play and positive guidance. To support whanau in the use of Te Reo Maori, encourage participation in the Playcentre Education programme to increase qualification levels at our centre, and demonstrate the benefits of participating to whanau. Let your inner author shine writing learning stories highlighting tamariki achievements, developments, learning, and wonders while supporting whanau with their exploring their light bulb moments. We are all about mentoring and supporting parents/whanau/members/tamariki as they explore and learn with their children during these very special years. Start date: 11th February 2025 Days & hours: Permanent; Monday, Wednesday, and Friday 9am–12.30pm, 10.5 hours p/w (during term time only) The ideal candidate will: 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. Desirable skills and experience will include: Knowledge and understanding of Te Whariki 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 whanau to feel a sense of belonging in our sessions. Knowledge of ECE regulations Ability to use technology Applicants for this position should have NZ residency or a valid NZ work visa. For further information, a position description, or to apply for this role with your CV and Cover Letter, please contact ****** using "CNI SF Lynmore" in the subject line. Colleen Roycroft-Dominguez ******* (027) 808 6507 Vacancy reference #: 1HAjLi Physical address: 3A Lynbert Road, Lynmore, Rotorua #J-18808-Ljbffr