Programme Facilitator - Papamoa Playcentre

Job Category:

Centre Operations & Support

Job Tenure: Part Time Permanent

Job Location: Bay of Plenty

About Us

Formed in 1941, Te Whānau Tupu Ngātahi o Aotearoa – Playcentre Aotearoa is a licenced 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 Role

As a Programme Facilitator, you lead the planning, delivery and evaluation of our Space sessions. You strive to create engaging, nurturing experiences for whānau and pēpi.

Duties include but are not limited to

• Planning and setup of the sessions ensuring any equipment is safe and clean
• Leading discussions, music and movement, play, crafts, and kai time
• Building relationships with whānau and contributing to a safe, welcoming environment
• Ensuring session admin tasks are completed in a timely matter

Position Details

» Learn more about Space

• Commences on 28 January 2026
• Wednesday 12:30pm – 3:30pm and Thursday 1:30pm – 4:30pm, 6 hours per week
• Permanent role during school term time only.

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About You

You are reliable, work well with others, and feel confident supporting whānau in a group setting. This role offers a chance to build your experience, develop new skills, and make a positive impact in families’ parenting journeys.

You Will Also Have

• Minimum Course 3 of the Playcentre Education Diploma or equivalent ECE Qualification (L4 or above desired)
• Current First Aid Certificate
• Proven ability to engage confidently and build effective relationships with a wide range of stakeholders.
• Strong organisational capabilities, including time management, meeting deadlines, multitasking, and balancing detail with overall objectives.
• NZ residency or a valid NZ work visa.

How To Apply

We encourage interested applicants to apply via the below form as we will be reviewing applications as we receive them. This ad will close on 23 February 2026

If you have any questions or would like more information about the role, please contact us at [email protected], using “ CNI PF Papamoa ” in the subject line.

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