Session Facilitator

We're seeking a vibrant and motivated educator 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, increase 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.
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: 30th January 2025
Days & hours: Thursdays 9am–12pm (3 hours per week). This is a permanent position during term time only.
We will begin reviewing applications upon receipt.
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.
Applicants for this position should have NZ residency or a valid NZ work visa.
How to apply Apply by sending your CV & cover letter to ******. Please include "LNI SF Naenae" in the subject line. Please contact us to request a position description or for further information.
Type: Playcentre
Maximum licensed places: 30
Physical address:
C/- Rata Street School, 73 Rata Street, Naenae, Lower Hutt.

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