Programme Facilitator – Canterbury PlaycentresPlaycentre New Zealand • Canterbury, New Zealand

Programme Facilitator – Canterbury Playcentres

Playcentre New Zealand • Canterbury, New Zealand

14 hours ago

Job description

Programme Facilitator – Canterbury Playcentres

Formed in 1941, Te Whānau Tupu Ngātahi o Aotearoa – Playcentre Aotearoa is a licenced 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.

About us

About the role

As a Casual Programme Facilitator, you’ll support the delivery of our Space and Babies Can Play sessions. Working alongside a lead facilitator, you’ll help create engaging, nurturing experiences for whānau and pēpi while assisting with the smooth running of each session, including associated admin.

Duties include but are not limited to

Supporting the lead facilitator during Space and Babies Can Play session
Helping deliver discussions, music and movement, play, crafts, and kai time
Building relationships with whānau and contribute to a safe, welcoming environment
Assisting with session admin and provide casual relief as needed

Position details

Casual role, if and when required

Start as soon as possible upon appointment

Work across Playcentres in the Canterbury region

About you

You’re someone who is reliable, works well with others, and feels confident supporting whānau in a group setting. This role offers a chance to build your experience, develop new skills, and make a positive impact in families’ parenting journeys. You will also demonstrate :

Proven ability to engage confidently and build effective relationships with a wide range of stakeholders.

Relevant ECE or primary teaching qualifications (Playcentre Course 3 / Level 4+, ECE degree / diploma, or Primary Teaching)

Excellent oral and written communication skills, with a personable and cooperative style.

Strong organisational capabilities, including time management, meeting deadlines, multitasking, and balancing detail with overall objectives.

A motivated, results-focused attitude that supports positive outcomes.

NZ residency or a valid NZ work visa.

How to apply

We encourage interested applicants to apply now as we will be reviewing applications as we receive them. This ad will close once an appointment is made.

If you have any questions or would like more information about the role, please contact us at, using “ USI PF Canterbury ” in the subject line.

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