Richmond Playcentre Tasman/Nelson

Programme Facilitator (Space)

Space is an amazing programme that gives new parents that ‘village’ they need to help raise their baby. Many Space members move on to become Playcentre families.

We are searching for motivated and enthusiastic Programme Facilitators to join our team.  As a Programme Facilitator, you will help parents and their babies connect with other new parents while exploring parenting, children’s development and most importantly, play.

Position details:

Start date: 23 July 2024.

Location: Richmond Playcentre

Days & hours: Two sessions available on Tuesdays 8.30am–12pm and 12.30–4pm. This is a permanent position, during school term time only.

We will begin reviewing applications upon receipt.

The candidate must:

• Have Playcentre Course 3, Level 4 or above or hold an ECE degree or diploma
  OR
  • Primary Teaching with Playcentre Primary Teacher Bridging Award.
• Hold a current First Aid Certificate or be prepared to complete this.

Desirable skills and experience will include:

• A passion for working with new babies and children (aged up to 6 years) alongside parents and caregivers.
• Knowledge and understanding of the value of Playcentre and its philosophy;
• Knowledge and commitment to Te Tiriti o Waitangi and using Te Reo on session;
• Knowledge and understanding of how to apply Te Whāriki;
• Having great interpersonal and communication skills, with confidence speaking within a group.
• Having completed prior Space training will be advantageous but is not necessary.

Applicants for this position should have NZ residency or a valid NZ work visa.

How to apply:

For further information, a position description or to apply for this role with your CV and Cover Letter, please contact vacancies@playcentre.org.nz. Please include “USI PF – Richmond" in the subject line.