Assistant Programme Manager - Peninsula

JobSpace; Auckland; On-site; NZD 34,000 - 44,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Staff discount on programmes

Referral bonus

No weekend shifts

Employee Assistance Programme

Job summary

sKids New Zealand is seeking an Assistant Programme Manager to help mornings and afternoons run smoothly for Tamariki. You’ll work a minimum of 10 hours per week, rostered Monday to Friday, with after school shifts from 2:30pm.

You’ll lead activities, supervise Programme Assistants, and build strong relationships with schools and families. You’ll arrive early to prep, support the team, and may access holiday programme hours. A right to work in NZ is required and you must be aged 20 or over.

Qualifications

• Must have the right to work in New Zealand.
• Able to reach Peninsula site with reliable transport.
• Experience leading or organising after school programmes or similar children's services is a plus.
• Must be over 20 years old to comply with regulations.

Responsibilities

• Run sKids programmes day-to-day from setup to smooth operations and build strong relationships with school communities.
• Supervise Tamariki in arts, sports, games, and activities including offsite adventures.
• Lead safe, engaging sessions and ensure activities run smoothly.
• Be a friendly face for parents and schools and maintain positive communication.
• Guide and inspire the team to perform at their best every day.
• Arrive early to prep activities and coordinate Programme Assistants.

Skills

Leadership

Teamwork

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 Tamariki 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 run between 2.30pm–6.00pm. Availability from 2.30pm is essential, though finish times may vary.
• Potential school holiday programme 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

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.