Programme Manager - Mt Eden, Central Auckland
Junior Adventures Group · Auckland
Company Description
At sKids, we believe childhood should be full of laughter, learning, and adventure! Since 1996, we’ve been creating awesome out-of-school experiences for tamariki across New Zealand. Today, we welcome more than 3,800 kids every day at over 170 school sites – and we’re still growing!
When you work with us, you get to unleash your inner child. Think: messy art, science experiments, sports showdowns, cooking classes, and plenty of silly games. No two days are the same – and that’s how we like it!
Job Description
As a Programme Manager, you’ll be the friendly face that makes the mornings & afternoons unforgettable for children. You’ll be working a minimum of 15 hours per week, rostered across Monday to Friday
- Afternoon/ After School shifts runs between 2.30pm–6.00pm. Availability from 2.30pm is essential, though finish times may vary.
- Before School Care from 7:00 pm to 8:30 pm
- School holiday programmes hours available (between 7am - 6pm).
Here’s what you’ll be up to
- Take full ownership of the day-to-day running of our sKids programme – ensuring smooth, structured operations from set-up through to pack-down
- Lead and manage a large group of children, confidently handling a range of behaviours and creating a safe, inclusive, and engaging environment
- Plan and deliver structured activities including arts & crafts, sports, games, offsite trips (e.g. swimming, walks, picnics), baking, drama, and music
- Proactively manage challenging behaviour and support tamariki with varying needs using positive guidance strategies
- Build strong, professional relationships with parents, caregivers, and school staff as the key point of contact onsite
- Lead, coach, and delegate to Programme Assistants to ensure high standards, accountability, and a well-run programme
- Prepare in advance – organising resources, planning activities, and setting clear expectations for your team to ensure each session runs seamlessly
Perks & Benefits
- 50% discount on selected sKids programmes – perfect for your own children!
- Referral bonus – bring awesome people into our team and earn up to $250 per referral
- Work-life balance – no weekend work and the middle of the day free for your own time
- Employee Assistance Programme – access wellbeing support when you need it
- A fun, supportive crew who love what they do and celebrate each other’s wins
Qualifications
We’d love to hear from you if you:
- Have the legal right to work in New Zealand (valid visa or citizenship)
- Have reliable transport to get to our Westmere / Newton Central site(s)
- Bring proven leadership experience working with groups of children (e.g. OSCAR programmes, teaching, coaching, childcare, camps, or similar environments)
- Are confident managing challenging behaviour and high-energy group environments, with the ability to stay calm, firm, and solution-focused
- Have experience taking ownership of programmes, teams, or operations, not just assisting
- Are a strong communicator who can confidently engage with parents, schools, and team members
- Are over the age of 20 years old (as per Social Security (Childcare Assistance) Regulations 2004)
Additional Information
Hit Apply Now – one of our friendly team will be in touch if you’re shortlisted. Get ready to start an exciting journey where work feels more like play!
- Safeguarding
- sKids is committed to Child Protection and the safeguarding of children and young people in our care and we expect all staff to operate in a way that reflects this intent. All successful applicants will be subject to a satisfactory Police Record Check. All applicants must hold the right to work in New Zealand.
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