Kids Programme Supervisor & 2IC (Mornings/After School)

Skids; Christchurch; On-site; NZD 30,000 - 41,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

50% discount on sKids programmes

Referral bonus up to $250 per referral

Work-life balance – no weekend work

Employee Assistance Programme

Job summary

sKids in Darfield, New Zealand, seeks an Assistant Programme Manager to help run daily sessions with children, lead when needed, and maintain a safe, fun environment. The role is rostered across Monday to Friday with morning and afternoon shifts.

You’ll support planning activities, engage tamariki, manage behaviour with positive guidance, and mentor Programme Assistants while building strong relationships with families and school staff.

Qualifications

• Have the legal right to work in New Zealand (visa or citizenship).
• Experience working with groups of children (e.g. OSCAR, childcare, coaching, teaching, camps).
• Ability to step into a leadership role when needed and take initiative.

Responsibilities

• Support the Programme Manager in day-to-day running of the sKids programme.
• Step up as 2IC – lead sessions when the Programme Manager is away.
• Supervise large groups of tamariki in a safe, inclusive, and fun environment.
• Plan and deliver structured activities including arts, crafts, sports and offsite trips.
• Assist in managing challenging behaviour with positive guidance strategies.
• Support Programme Assistants on shift to ensure smooth activities.
• Build positive relationships with parents, caregivers and school staff.
• Assist with setup, pack-down and preparation of resources.

Skills

Leadership

Group management

Communication

Teamwork

Problem solving

Job description

sKids in Darfield, New Zealand, seeks an Assistant Programme Manager to help run daily sessions with children, lead when needed, and maintain a safe, fun environment. The role is rostered across Monday to Friday with morning and afternoon shifts.

You’ll support planning activities, engage tamariki, manage behaviour with positive guidance, and mentor Programme Assistants while building strong relationships with families and school staff.