Balclutha Playcentre · Otago
Centre Coordinator - Balclutha Playcentre
Early learningPart time, Permanent, FTTE up to: 0.3
Balclutha Playcentre in Otago is seeking a part-time Centre Coordinator from 26 October 2026. The permanent, term-time role is five hours each Wednesday, supporting whānau-led sessions, adult learning, curriculum, health and safety, and children’s development. Applicants need Playcentre Education Diploma Course 3 or an equivalent Level 4+ ECE qualification, plus current First Aid certification.
- Five hours weekly, Wednesdays 9am–2.30pm
- Permanent position during term time
- Potential additional Kaimahi hours
- Supports whānau as children’s first educators
Closes 10 Dec 2026
Applications close 10 Dec 2026.
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About the role
This permanent, term-time-only Centre Coordinator role is 0.3 FTTE, working five hours each Wednesday from 9.00am to 2.30pm, starting 26 October 2026. As the Person Responsible, you will guide centre whānau, support child-led learning, strengthen adult capability, and help sessions meet curriculum, health and safety, and regulatory requirements. Additional hours as a Kaimahi may be available by agreement.
What they’re looking for
- Playcentre Education Diploma Course 3 or equivalent Level 4+ ECE qualification
- Strong knowledge of Te Whāriki and ECE regulations
- Current and maintainable First Aid certification
- Confidence using technology for learning and administration
- Ability to build relationships and guide centre whānau
- Understanding of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and Māori cultural values
About the school
Balclutha Playcentre is a licensed early childhood education provider in Balclutha, Otago, operated by Playcentre Aotearoa, a charitable trust. Its approach centres on parents as children’s first educators and supports whānau and tamariki to learn and grow together.
How to apply
Applications close on 10 December 2026.
Written by Teachroles from the school’s listing. AI can make mistakes; check the original before you apply.
The role
- Sector
- Early learning
- Role
- Certificated teacher
- Hours
- part time
- Tenure
- permanent
- Listed
- 6 Oct 2026
In the school’s words
“5 hours per week | Part-time | Starting 26 October 2026 Wednesday 9.00am – 2.30pm Permanent position during term time only Potential for additional hours as a Kaimahi, to be discussed with the successful applicant. About the role: Working in…”
The school
Balclutha Playcentre
- Type
- Playcentre
- Authority
- Community based
- Students
- 11
- Address
- 35 Lowestoft Street, Balclutha