Full Time, Permanent
Remuneration as per PSA Allied Health MECA guidelines
Kidz First Children’s Hospital based at Middlemore has an exciting role available for a Play Specialist. Play Specialists provide the opportunity for children and young people to grow and develop in the unfamiliar environment of a hospital. We are looking for someone who has experience working with children/young people within a diverse community.
The role involves maintaining normal developmental goals and assisting children and young people in coping with hospitalisation and illness. Flexibility, a sense of humour, organisational skills and effective open communication skills are key requirements.
The successful candidate should have experience working in early childhood settings and hold a minimum three-year tertiary qualification in education such as a B.Ed or B.Tchg (ECE or Primary teaching) and a current full or provisional Teachers Council Practicing Certificate. Qualifications in special education/early intervention would be an advantage.
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Essential:

• Relevant experience working in an early childhood/primary school setting
• B.Ed or B.Tchg (ECE or Primary teaching) degree and current teacher registration
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Can demonstrate ability to provide appropriate play programmes for children of mixed aged groups
• Demonstrate an ability to be able to work as part of a diverse team
• Has worked within multi-cultural communities

For more information, please contact Amy Lin in the Recruitment Centre on 09 2760044 ext 58680 or via email on amy.lin@middlemore.co.nz.
Job Number: CMH202413738
Applications Close: 18 October 2024