Centre Coordinator – Takaanini Playcentre
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.
Location: 20 Waimana Road, Conifer Grove, Takanini 2112, Auckland.
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
Requirements
- Confident building and maintaining strong relationships, providing guidance and solutions with a centre-focused approach
- Passion for Playcentre philosophy and empowering whānau
- Course 3 of the Playcentre Education Diploma or equivalent ECE Qualification Level 4+
- Confidence using technology to support learning & administration
- Strong knowledge of Te Whāriki, ECE regulations, and a commitment to Te Tiriti o Waitangi
- Hold and maintain appropriate First Aid certification
- NZ residency or a valid NZ work visa
Schedule
8 hours per week, part‑time. Starting 19 October 2026: Tuesday 9.30 am – 1.30 pm, Friday 9.15 am – 1.15 pm. Permanent position during term time only.