Centre Coordinator – Carterton Playcentre

Category: Centre Operations & Support Tenure: Part Time Permanent Location: Wairarapa Address: Howard Booth Park 188A Belvedere Road Carterton 5713 8.5 hours per week | Part-time | Starting 12 October 2026 Monday 9.00am – 2.00pmThursday 9.00am – 1.00pmPermanent position during term time only About The Role Working in collaboration with centre whānau and other centre support staff, the Centre Coordinator focuses on building adult capability and confidence. This enables adults to progressively take greater leadership in sessions and centre responsibilities, supporting a whānau-led environment. As the Person Responsible on session, this role provides high-quality support and pedagogical guidance to Playcentre whānau. The Centre Coordinator ensures sessions and programmes reflect Playcentre Philosophy and enriches children’s learning and development. Duties Include, But Are Not Limited To Developing whānau to be the first and best educators for their tamariki by ensuring rich, meaningful, child-led curriculum experiencesRole-modelling and supporting the delivery of high quality, whānau-led sessionsProviding advice and support to centre whānau focusing on curriculum, adult education and health and safety to support session deliveryEnsure sessions meet regulatory and legislative requirements including Health and Safety obligationsRecognise the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and how they relate to Playcentre and actively engage in promotion of Māori cultural values Click here to view or to download the fill Position Description About You You will be confident building and maintaining strong relationships, providing guidance and solutions with a centre-focused approach. You Will Also Have Passion for Playcentre philosophy and empowering whānauCourse 3 of the Playcentre Education Diploma or equivalent ECE Qualification Level 4+Confidence using technology to support learning & administrationStrong knowledge of Te Whāriki, ECE regulations, and a commitment to Te Tiriti o WaitangiHold and maintain appropriate First Aid certificationNZ residency or a valid NZ work visa About Us Formed 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 apply: Playcentre Website We 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 7 September 2026. For any queries, please contact us at vacancies@playcentre.org.nz, using “Central CC Carterton” in the subject line. All applications should be submitted via the form below. Apply Now Please 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 Details Full 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, .docx Any 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 Other If 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 offer I 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 offer Please 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