Assistant Programme Manager (2IC) - Flexible Hours & Impact

SKIDS; Riverhead; On-site; NZD 18,000 - 30,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Discount on sKids programmes

Referral bonus up to $250

No weekend work

Employee wellbeing support

Job summary

sKids Riverhead is seeking an Assistant Programme Manager to help run our mornings and afternoons for tamariki, with a minimum of 10 hours per week, rostered Monday to Friday. You’ll support the Programme Manager, lead sessions as 2IC, supervise groups, and help plan activities.

You’ll manage behaviour, mentor on-shift staff, and build strong relationships with parents and school staff. Enjoy a balanced schedule with wellbeing support and staff discounts.

Qualifications

• Have the legal right to work in New Zealand.
• Have reliable transport to the Riverhead site.
• Experience working with groups of children (OSCAR, childcare, coaching, teaching, camps, or similar).
• Confident stepping into a leadership role when needed and taking initiative.
• Exposure to managing behaviour in group settings and staying calm and firm.
• Team player who can support and lead others when required.
• Strong communication with children and adults (parents and staff).
• Over 20 years old (as per regulations).

Responsibilities

• Support the Programme Manager in day-to-day running of the sKids programme.
• Step up as 2IC - lead sessions when the Programme Manager is away.
• Supervise large groups of tamariki in a safe, inclusive, fun environment.
• Plan and deliver structured activities including arts, crafts, sports and trips.
• Assist with managing behaviour using positive guidance strategies.
• Support with guiding Programme Assistants on shift.
• Build positive relationships with parents, caregivers, and school staff.
• Assist with set-up, pack-down, and resource preparation.
• 50% discount on selected sKids programmes; referral bonuses up to $250 per referral.
• Work-life balance with no weekend work and mid-day time free.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Teamwork

Behaviour management

Child engagement

Job description

sKids Riverhead is seeking an Assistant Programme Manager to help run our mornings and afternoons for tamariki, with a minimum of 10 hours per week, rostered Monday to Friday. You’ll support the Programme Manager, lead sessions as 2IC, supervise groups, and help plan activities.

You’ll manage behaviour, mentor on-shift staff, and build strong relationships with parents and school staff. Enjoy a balanced schedule with wellbeing support and staff discounts.