After-School Programme Lead: Kids Activities & Team Coach

Junior Adventures Group; Wellington; Hybrid; NZD 19,000 - 26,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

50% discount on sKids programmes

Referral bonus (up to $250)

Work-life balance (no weekend work)

Employee Assistance Programme

Supportive team

Job summary

sKids Miramar is seeking a Programme Manager to lead and run the after-school programme. You’ll work a minimum of 15 hours per week, rostered Monday to Friday, with shifts from 7am–8:30am and 2:30pm–6:00pm.

No weekend work, supportive team, and opportunities for holiday-time hours. Bring proven leadership with groups of children, strong communication skills, and the ability to manage high-energy environments.

Qualifications

• Proven leadership experience working with groups of children
• Experience in OSCAR programmes, teaching, coaching, or childcare
• Ability to manage challenging behaviour in high-energy groups
• Strong communication with parents, schools, and team members

Responsibilities

• Take full ownership of the day-to-day running of the sKids programme from setup to pack-down
• Lead and manage a large group of children, creating a safe, inclusive and engaging environment
• Plan and deliver structured activities (arts, sports, trips, baking, drama, music)
• Proactively manage challenging behaviour using positive guidance strategies
• Build strong relationships with parents, caregivers and school staff onsite
• Lead, coach and delegate to Programme Assistants to maintain high standards
• Prepare in advance by organising resources and setting clear expectations for sessions
• 50% discount on selected sKids programmes
• Referral bonus – up to $250 per referral
• Work-life balance – no weekend work and midday time free for you
• Employee Assistance Programme – wellbeing support
• A fun, supportive crew who celebrate wins together

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Scheduling

Behaviour management

Team leadership

Job description

sKids Miramar is seeking a Programme Manager to lead and run the after-school programme. You’ll work a minimum of 15 hours per week, rostered Monday to Friday, with shifts from 7am–8:30am and 2:30pm–6:00pm.

No weekend work, supportive team, and opportunities for holiday-time hours. Bring proven leadership with groups of children, strong communication skills, and the ability to manage high-energy environments.