Assistant Programme Manager for Kids - Lead Sessions (Flexible Hours)

Skids; Auckland; On-site; NZD 30,000 - 39,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

50% discount on sKids programmes

Referral bonus – up to $250 per referr

Work-life balance – no weekend work

Employee Assistance Programme

Supportive crew

Job summary

sKids is seeking an Assistant Programme Manager in New Zealand to help run morning and afternoon sessions for children. You'll work a minimum of 10 hours per week, rostered Monday to Friday, with shifts from 7:00–8:30am and 2:30pm–6:00pm, plus potential holiday programme hours.

You’ll support the Programme Manager, lead sessions when needed, supervise large groups, and help with activities and resources. Ideal candidates have experience with groups of children, are confident in leadership, and

Qualifications

• Experience working with groups of children (e.g., OSCAR, childcare, coaching, teaching, camps, or similar).
• Confident stepping into a leadership role when needed, with initiative and decision-making.
• Ability to manage behaviour in group settings with calm, firm guidance.

Responsibilities

• Support the Programme Manager in day-to-day running of the sKids programme, ensuring smooth, well-structured operations.
• Step up as 2IC – lead sessions and take charge when the Programme Manager is away.
• Supervise and engage large groups of tamariki, ensuring a safe, inclusive, and fun environment.
• Assist in planning and delivering structured activities including arts & crafts, sports, games, and offsite trips.
• Support with managing challenging behaviour, using positive guidance strategies and maintaining consistency across the team.
• Help guide and support Programme Assistants on shift, ensuring expectations are met and activities run smoothly.
• Build positive relationships with parents, caregivers, and school staff through clear and friendly communication.
• Assist with set-up, pack-down, and preparation of resources to ensure each session runs seamlessly.

Skills

Experience with children

Leadership capability

Communication skills

Team player

Reliability/transport

Job description

sKids is seeking an Assistant Programme Manager in New Zealand to help run morning and afternoon sessions for children. You'll work a minimum of 10 hours per week, rostered Monday to Friday, with shifts from 7:00–8:30am and 2:30pm–6:00pm, plus potential holiday programme hours.

You’ll support the Programme Manager, lead sessions when needed, supervise large groups, and help with activities and resources. Ideal candidates have experience with groups of children, are confident in leadership, and