Assistant Programme Manager - Glenfield

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

Benefits offered by this job

50% programme discount

Referral bonus up to $250

Employee Assistance Programme

Job summary

sKids in Auckland is seeking an Assistant Programme Manager to support morning and afternoon programmes. You’ll be the friendly face for families, rosters across Monday to Friday for a minimum of 10 hours per week, and help run engaging activities for Tamariki.

Ideal candidates bring leadership, enthusiasm, and a passion for kids, with transport to Glenfield and availability from 2:30pm. No weekend work; supportive team environment.

Qualifications

• Right to work in New Zealand (visa or citizenship).
• Access to Glenfield site with reliable transport.
• Enthusiasm and leadership to inspire Tamariki through activities.
• Proven experience leading/organising after school programmes or similar.
• Over 20 years old to comply with regulations.

Responsibilities

• Run sKids programmes day-to-day from set-up to operations.
• Supervise Tamariki in activities like arts, sports, games, outings.
• Lead safe, engaging sessions and ensure smooth operations.
• Be the friendly face for parents and schools with warm communication.
• Guide and support your team to excel daily.
• Arrive early to prep activities and coordinate programme assistants.
• 50% discount on selected sKids programmes.
• Referral bonus – up to $250 per referral.
• Promote work-life balance with no weekend work.
• Employee Assistance Programme – wellbeing support.

Skills

Leadership

Coaching

Mentoring

Team management

Communication

Job description

Jora New Zealand will close on 9th September 2026. Thank you for being with us, we are cheering you on as you continue your career journey.

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 Ta-mariki 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!

As an Assistant Programme Manager, you'll be the friendly face that makes the mornings & afternoons unforgettable for children. You'll be working a minimum of 10 hours per week, rostered across Monday to Friday.

• Morning/ Before school shifts runs between 7am - 8.30am.
• Afternoon/ After School shifts runs between 2.30pm–6.00pm. Availability from 2.30pm is essential, though finish times may vary.
• Potential school holiday programmes hours available (between 7am - 6pm).

Here’s what you’ll be up to:

• Be the superstar running our sKids programmes day-to-day – from set-up to smooth operations – while building awesome relationships with our school communities
• Supervise and join Tamariki in awesome activities like arts & crafts, sports, games, offsite adventures (swimming, walks, picnics, movies), baking, drama, and music
• Lead safe, fun, and engaging sessions that keep kids buzzing while making sure everything runs smoothly
• Be the friendly, go-to face for parents and schools, keeping communication warm and positive
• Guide, support, and inspire your team to shine and bring their best every day
• Arrive early to prep activities, co-ordinate Programme Assistants, and set up resources for a smooth start
• 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:

• Have the right to work in New Zealand (valid visa or citizenship)
• Can get to our Glenfield site with reliable transportation and/or a vehicle
• Bring your enthusiasm and leadership for working with kids – whether through coaching, teaching, mentoring, or running activities, you know how to inspire and guide Tamariki
• Have proven experience leading or organising before & after school programmes (or similar children's services) is a big plus – we’re looking for someone who can manage operations, people, and create awesome experiences for kids
• Are over the age of 20 years old, in order to comply with Social Security (Childcare Assistance) Regulations 2004.