Kids Programme Lead: After-School & Flexible Hours

JobSpace; Tauranga; Hybrid; NZD 30,000 - 41,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

50% discount on programmes

Referral bonus up to $250

Work-life balance

Job summary

sKids Pillans Point is seeking a Programme Manager to lead morning and afternoon sessions for tamariki. You’ll oversee day-to-day operations, rostered hours from 7am–8:30am and 2:30pm–6:00pm, and a potential holiday programme.

You will coordinate activities, manage behaviour, and maintain a safe, engaging environment while building strong relationships with parents and school staff. Flexible minimum 15 hours per week; benefits include a 50% programme discount and referral bonuses.

Qualifications

• Leadership experience managing groups of children or teams.
• Strong communication with parents, schools, and team members.
• Experience planning and delivering structured activities for children.

Responsibilities

• Take full ownership of day-to-day running of the sKids programme from set-up to pack-down.
• Lead and manage a large group of children, ensuring a safe, inclusive and engaging environment.
• Plan and deliver structured activities (arts & crafts, sports, trips, baking, drama, music).
• Proactively manage challenging behaviour and support children with varying needs.
• Build strong relationships with parents, caregivers and school staff onsite.
• Lead, coach and delegate to Programme Assistants to maintain high standards.

Skills

Leadership experience

Strong communication

Activity planning

Job description

sKids Pillans Point is seeking a Programme Manager to lead morning and afternoon sessions for tamariki. You’ll oversee day-to-day operations, rostered hours from 7am–8:30am and 2:30pm–6:00pm, and a potential holiday programme.

You will coordinate activities, manage behaviour, and maintain a safe, engaging environment while building strong relationships with parents and school staff. Flexible minimum 15 hours per week; benefits include a 50% programme discount and referral bonuses.