Centre Coordinator – Murchison Playcentre

Location: 61 Waller Street, Murchison 7007. Tenure: Part Time Permanent. Hours: 5 hours per week. Start date: 12 October 2026. Schedule: Monday 9.30am – 3.00pm, 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.

Responsibilities

• Developing whānau to be the first and best educators for their tamariki by ensuring rich, meaningful, child-led curriculum experiences
• Role-modelling and supporting the delivery of high quality, whānau-led sessions
• Providing advice and support to centre whānau focusing on curriculum, adult education and health and safety to support session delivery
• Ensure sessions meet regulatory and legislative requirements including Health and Safety obligations
• Recognise the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and how they relate to Playcentre and actively engage in promotion of Māori cultural values

Qualifications

• Course 3 of the Playcentre Education Diploma or equivalent ECE Qualification Level 4+
• Hold and maintain appropriate First Aid certification
• NZ residency or a valid NZ work visa

Skills

• Confident building and maintaining strong relationships, providing guidance and solutions with a centre‑focused approach
• Passion for Playcentre philosophy and empowering whānau
• Confidence using technology to support learning & administration
• Strong knowledge of Te Whāriki, ECE regulations, and a commitment to Te Tiriti o Waitangi

Schedule

5 hours per week, part‑time, Monday 9.30am – 3.00pm, starting 12 October 2026, permanent position during term time only.