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We are a lifelong learning and community development organisation on a mission to enhance, promote and provide opportunities for everyone. We’re looking for someone who believes in the right to education for all and that learning can change someone’s life for the better.
We are passionate about strengthening and growing communities through education, committed to the principles of kāwanatanga, manaakitanga and rangatiratanga. Collaboration, equity and environmental responsibility underpin our practices.
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Playgroup Facilitator, Whakatāne
Part Time (24 hours per week), Fixed Term
Ngā mahi ahurei | About us
Eastbay REAP is a lifelong learning and community development organisation with a mission to enhance, promote, and provide learning opportunities for everyone! We’re looking for someone who believes in the right to education for all and that learning can change someone’s life for the better.
We are passionate about strengthening and growing communities through education, committed to the principles of kāwanatanga, manaakitanga and rangatiratanga (governance, hospitality, and integrity). Collaboration, equity, and environmental responsibility underpin our practices.
Mō tēnei tūrangi mahi | About this role
Eastbay REAP is excited to recruit a Playgroup Facilitator for our Early Childhood Education team, based in Whakatāne.
Our Community Playgroups engage with local whānau, providing another option for early years learning. We focus on learning activities, including play, language and identity-based topics. As a Playgroup Facilitator you will be responsible for providing support and advice to caregivers, and maintaining high quality curriculum-based activities for tamariki.
The days of work are set around our Whakatāne Playgroup, Monday to Thursday with a rostered day off Rāmere/Friday.
The successful candidate will have proven facilitation skills, and experience with or a strong understanding of a strengths-based, culturally appropriate approach to learning. Qualifications related to early years are preferred but not required.
Ngā pūkenga me ngā wheako | Skills and experience
Please refer to the Position Description provided with this information pack. Please note: Tis role is a ‘Children’s Worker’ therefore Safety Checks including Police Vetting are required as part of the recruitment process.
There are lots of exciting opportunities to get involved at Eastbay REAP. As a lifelong learning organisation, we’re keen to see candidates who are team players and bring a range of skills. Don’t worry if you don’t tick all the boxes – apply anyway!
Tono ināianei | Apply now
Apply by submitting your CV and Cover Letter to Brooke Anderson via email at brooke@eastbayreap.org.nz. Please highlight why you applied for this role, what you would bring, and why you would be our best candidate. For compliance reasons, your CV must include work history for the past five years. If you have a period of not working during this time, please indicate this in your CV or Cover Letter (e.g. stay-at-home parent, studying, etc).
Eastbay REAP closes for holidays 13th December, opening again 13th January 2025. Please don’t worry if you haven’t heard back from us over this time, we will be in touch regarding your application the week of 13th January 2025.
Rā katinga | Applications close:
12th January 2025, at 5pm
Interviews will be held the week of 20th January 2025
Please note: Police vetting, and referee, qualification, and employment history checks are part of our employment process for this role
Alternative Education (AE) Tutor
32 Hours Full-time, Flexible
Eastbay REAP is excited to add to our Whakatāne-based learning TEAM. We’re looking for a contextual learning guru to be part of our AE programme. The role will be part of a teaching TEAM to re-engage rangatahi back into education.
What the role requires (these are a must for all applicants):
- Teaching or youth programme delivery experience
- Learning and pathway plan experience
- Strong relationship builder with ākonga and whānau
- Proactive communicator with follow through
- Committed to Tirirti o Waitangi-led practices
- Positive and humble TEAM approach
We hope to see applicants who understand or will upskill around:
- Education outside of the classroom experience
- Positive behaviour / strengths-based teaching models
- Collaborative programme delivery
- Career planning and NCEA knowledge
For a copy of the application pack and full PD click link below or call Courtney (027 453 3229) to make a time for a chat kanohi-ki-te-kanohi (face-to-face).
Interested applicants should send a CV with relevant experiences to courtney@eastbayreap.org.nz with applications open until the role is filled. Eastbay REAP is closed until Monday 13th January, so candidates can expect contact after this date with interviews in late January or early February if required.
