Session Facilitator

Part time, Fixed term, FTTE up to : 0.4, Start Date : 06 / 10 / 2025, End Date : 17 / 12 / 2025 (The current SF has excepted new role as KSL Fixed term for term 4 ONLY)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.St Leonards & Sawyers Bay Playcentre are 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 whanau to gain confidence to have a go themselves.6

October 2025Days & hours : Monday, Tuesday, Thursday & Friday 8 : 45am – 12.45pm.

This is a fixed-term position during term time only ending 17 December 2025.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.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 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 on our sessions.Knowledge of ECE regulationsAbility to use technologyApplicants for this position should have NZ residency or a valid NZ work visa.How to applyTo 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 at

• , using "LNI St Leonards & Sawyers Bay" in the subject line.Type : PlaycentreMaximum licenced places : 25Physical address : 1 Pukeko Street, St Leonards-Dunedin

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