Assistant Programme Manager - Ramarama

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

Job Description

As a 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

• Support the Programme Manager in the day-to-day running of the sKids programme, helping ensure smooth, well-structured operations
• Step up as 2IC – confidently 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 at all times
• 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

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

• Have the legal right to work in New Zealand (valid visa or citizenship)
• Have reliable transport to get to our sKids Ramarama site
• Have experience working with groups of children (e.g. OSCAR, childcare, coaching, teaching, camps, or similar)
• Are confident stepping into a leadership role when needed, with the ability to take initiative and make decisions
• Have exposure to managing behaviour in group settings and can remain calm, firm, and supportive
• Are a team player who can both support and lead others when required
• Communicate well with both children and adults, including parents and school staff
• Are over the age of 20 years old (as per 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.