Kaimahi – Central Hawkes Bay Playcentres
Category: Centre Operations & SupportTenure: Part Time PermanentLocation: Hawkes BayAddress: 32 Bridge Street Onga Onga 4278 7 Owen Street (Tikokino Community Hall) State Highway 50 Tikokino 4274 14 Meta Street Takapau 4203About UsFormed 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.About The RoleThe Kaimahi is responsible for supporting centre whānau in day-to-day operations, including administration, enrolments, and coordination of centre activities and events.Duties Include, But Are Not Limited ToEnsure compliance with Playcentre Aotearoa policies, Licensing criteria, and Health & Safety requirements.Work with centre whanau in welcoming, inducting, and supporting new whānau, promoting a sense of belonging and engagement.Collaborate with whānau to manage tasks, resources, and programmes, reflecting Playcentre philosophy and commitment to Te Tiriti o Waitangi.Position detailsCommencing 1 June 20264 hours per day worked across 3 days per week, 12 hours total per weekOnga Onga Playcentre, Takapau Playcentre & Tikokino PlaycentrePermanent position during term time only, plus 1 week during each school holidayClick here to view or to download the full Position DescriptionAbout YouYou’re organised, proactive, and thrive in a small team where everyone pitches in. You have strong attention to detail and enjoy helping others. Whether it’s responding to member queries, updating systems. You’ll also:Bring a positive, can-do attitude and build effective relationshipsBe detail-focused, organised, and able to meet deadlinesUnderstand ECE legislation, licensing requirements, and cooperative working environmentsHave experience in Playcentre or Early Childhood settings and be committed to Playcentre values and Te Tiriti o WaitangiHold NZ residency or a valid NZ work visaHow To ApplyWe encourage interested applicants to apply now via the form below, as we will be reviewing applications as we receive them.This ad will close when the position has been appointed to.For any queries, please contact us at vacancies@playcentre.org.nz, using “LNI Kaimahi CHB” in the subject line. All applications should be submitted via the form below.Apply NowPlease complete the form below to apply for this position. Ensure all required fields are filled out and your details are accurate. Fields marked with * are required.Personal DetailsFull Name *Email *Phone *Upload CV/Resume & Cover Letter *Drop files here or click to uploadYou can upload upto 3 files, 716 MB per file.Allowed Type(s): .pdf, .doc, .docxAny additional information you would like to include?How did you hear about this role? *Seek Education Gazette Playcentre Website LinkedIn Referred by someone Social media OtherIf Other (please specify)Which option best describes your work rights in New Zealand? *I have permanent work rights with no restrictionsI have temporary work rights with no restrictionsI have temporary work rights with restrictionsI require sponsorship or a current job offerI have permanent work rights with no restrictions▾I have permanent work rights with no restrictionsI have temporary work rights with no restrictionsI have temporary work rights with restrictionsI require sponsorship or a current job offerPlease review and tick the relevant boxes *I give permission for my application to be considered for other relevant roles and for Playcentre Aotearoa to contact me if a suitable position becomes available I give permission for my information to be stored and used in accordance with Playcentre Aotearoa’s privacy policy