Assistant Programme Manager - Peninsula

Junior Adventures Group; Auckland; Hybrid; NZD 25,000 - 34,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Work-life balance – no weekend work

50% discount on selected sKids Program

Referral bonus – up to $250 per intern

Employee wellbeing support

Job summary

sKids is seeking an Assistant Programme Manager in New Zealand’s Auckland region. You’ll be the friendly face delivering memorable mornings and afternoons for Tamariki, working a minimum of 10 hours per week, with shifts from 2.30pm to 6.00pm, Monday to Friday.

You’ll lead programmes, supervise activities, and coordinate Assistants to deliver safe, engaging sessions across school sites, while maintaining strong parent and school relationships.

Qualifications

• Right to work in New Zealand (visa or citizenship).
• Ability to reach Peninsula site with reliable transport.
• Experience leading or organising after school programmes or similar child services.
• Demonstrated leadership to inspire tamariki and staff.

Responsibilities

• Run sKids programmes day-to-day from setup to operations with school communities.
• Supervise activities: arts, sports, games, offsite adventures, baking, drama, music.
• Lead safe, engaging sessions and ensure smooth operations.
• Be the go-to friendly face for parents and schools with warm communication.
• Guide and support the team to shine and bring their best daily.
• Arrive early to prep activities and coordinate Programme Assistants.

Skills

Leadership

People management

Program coordination

Communication

Mentoring

Job description

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 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!

Job Description

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

• 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

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 right to work in New Zealand (valid visa or citizenship)
• Can get to Peninsula 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.

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.