Kids Programme Assistant Manager – Lead Sessions

Junioradventuresgroup; Auckland; On-site; NZD 25,000 - 30,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

50% discount on programmes

Referral bonus up to $250

Work-life balance—no weekends

Employee assistance programme

Supportive team

Job summary

Junior Adventures Group is seeking an Assistant Programme Manager to help run sKids programmes in New Zealand. You’ll work a minimum of 10 hours per week across Monday to Friday, with early mornings and mid-day shifts, and potential holiday hours.

You will support daily operations, supervise children, and help plan activities while maintaining a safe, inclusive, and fun environment. Ideal candidates demonstrate leadership, strong communication with parents and staff, and the ability to guide

Qualifications

• Experience working with groups of children (e.g., OSCAR, childcare, coaching, camps).
• Ability to lead sessions and manage behaviour with positive guidance strategies.

Responsibilities

• Assist Programme Manager with the day-to-day running of the sKids programme.
• Step up as 2IC and lead sessions when the Programme Manager is away.
• Supervise large groups of children, ensuring a safe and inclusive environment.
• Plan and deliver activities including arts & crafts, sports, games, and offsite trips.
• Support with managing challenging behaviour using positive strategies.

Skills

Leadership

Child engagement

Communication

Behaviour management

Job description

Junior Adventures Group is seeking an Assistant Programme Manager to help run sKids programmes in New Zealand. You’ll work a minimum of 10 hours per week across Monday to Friday, with early mornings and mid-day shifts, and potential holiday hours.

You will support daily operations, supervise children, and help plan activities while maintaining a safe, inclusive, and fun environment. Ideal candidates demonstrate leadership, strong communication with parents and staff, and the ability to guide