Casual Programme Assistant - Mangere Area

Junior Adventures Group; Auckland; Hybrid; NZD 28,000 - 39,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

50% discount on programmes

Referral bonus up to $250 per referral

No weekend work

Employee Assistance Programme

Job summary

sKids is hiring a Casual Programme Assistant to be the friendly face for Tamariki, mainly in the afternoons. Shifts run 2.30pm–6.00pm with 2.30pm start essential; holiday programme hours possible (7am–6pm). This reliever role offers flexibility and a real impact.

You’ll supervise activities, keep spaces tidy, support sessions, and help manage wellbeing and safety. A 50% discount on selected programmes and referral bonuses up to $250 are available; no weekend work and a supportive team accompany

Qualifications

• Have the right to work in New Zealand (visa or citizenship)
• Reliable, energetic, and keen to work with kids
• Available to work afternoon shifts starting 2.30pm; 2.30pm start essential
• Able to travel to Nga Iwi, Robertson Road sites

Responsibilities

• Supervise and support Tamariki in fun, safe activities
• Keep spaces tidy and welcoming
• Help Programme Manager run sessions
• Spot and report behavioural, wellbeing or safety issues

Skills

Right to work in NZ

Reliable and energetic

Enthusiastic about working with kids

Available to travel to Nga Iwi/Robert·

Job description

• Casual

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 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 a Casual Programme Assistant, you’ll be the friendly face that makes the mornings and/or afternoons unforgettable for children! You’ll be working mainly in the afternoons.

• 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).

This is a reliever role, so you’ll be rostered on an “as required” basis – perfect if you’re after flexibility while still making a big impact.

Here’s what you’ll be up to

• Supervising and supporting Tamariki in a range of fun, safe activities
• Keeping our spaces tidy, clean, and welcoming for children
• Helping your Programme Manager run smooth, energetic sessions that keep kids buzzing
• Spotting any hiccups (behaviour, wellbeing, safety) and sharing with your manager so everyone stays supported
• 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 Nga Iwi, Robertson Road siteswith reliable transportation and/or a vehicle
• Are enthusiastic about working with kids – from babysitting to coaching to volunteering, any experience counts!
• Are reliable, energetic, and keen to make every session special

Additional Information

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.