Session Facilitator – Springvale Playcentre
Category: Centre Operations & SupportTenure: Part Time PermanentLocation: Manawatu-WhanganuiAddress: 39 Fox Road Wanganui 4501Session Facilitator – Springvale Playcentre8.5 hours per week | Part-time | Starting 25 May 2026Monday 8.30am – 1.15pmTuesday 8.30am – 1.15pmPermanent position during term time onlyAbout YouYou will support parents and caregivers to confidently run sessions, model Playcentre philosophy, and enhance children’s learning, while fostering a strong whānau-led culture by building members’ knowledge, confidence, and leadership.You Will Also HavePassion for Playcentre philosophy and empowering whānauCourse 3 of the Playcentre Education Diploma or equivalent ECE Qualification Level 4+Current First Aid Certificate or willingness to completeConfidence using technology to support learning & administrationStrong knowledge of Te Whāriki, ECE regulations, and a commitment to Te Tiriti o WaitangiPermanent NZ work rightsAbout The RoleThe Session Facilitator works 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.Duties Include, But Are Not Limited ToEngage children in playful, stimulating, and imaginative experiences that encourage exploration, problem-solving, and independenceFoster strong, responsive relationships with tamariki, recognising their individual strengths, interests, and cultural diversityPromote inclusive learning by encouraging communication, expression, and the development of positive learning dispositionsClick here to view or to download the full Position DescriptionAbout 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.How 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 on 16 May 2026.For any queries, please contact us at vacancies@playcentre.org.nz, using “LNI SF Springvale” 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