Assistant Programme Manager - Woodlands Park

CGR Services; 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 referral

Employee Assistance Programme

Job summary

GCR Services is seeking an Assistant Programme Manager for the sKids Woodlands site in New Zealand. The role requires stepping into a leadership position, managing groups of children, and coordinating sessions with the Programme Manager.

You’ll support daily operations, supervise activities, and engage tamariki in safe, fun environments while communicating clearly with parents and school staff. A 50% programme discount and referral bonuses enhance the role.

Qualifications

• Have the legal right to work in New Zealand (visa or citizenship).
• Have reliable transport to reach the sKids Woodlands park site.
• Have experience working with groups of children (e.g. OSCAR, childcare, coaching, teaching, camps).
• Are confident stepping into a leadership role and taking initiative when needed.
• Have exposure to managing behaviour in group settings and can stay calm and supportive.

Responsibilities

• Support the Programme Manager in day-to-day running of the sKids programme to ensure smooth operations.
• Step up as 2IC – lead sessions and take charge when the Programme Manager is away.
• Supervise and engage large groups of tamariki in a safe, inclusive, and fun environment.
• Assist in planning and delivering structured activities including arts & crafts, sports, games, and offsite trips.
• Help guide and support Programme Assistants on shift to ensure sessions run smoothly.
• Build positive relationships with parents, caregivers, and school staff through clear communication.
• Assist with setup, pack-down, and resource preparation to ensure each session runs seamlessly.
• Benefit from a 50% discount on selected sKids programmes and a referral bonus of up to $250 per referral.

Skills

Leadership

Group management

Clear communication

Team player

Job description

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

• 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
• 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 Woodlands park 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.