Management Roles - Kumeu sites

Junior Adventures Group; Kumeu; On-site; NZD 25,000 - 44,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

50% staff discount on sKids programmes

Referral bonus up to $250 per referral

Work-life balance – no weekend work, 1

Job summary

sKids in New Zealand is seeking Managers and Assistant Managers for Kumeu sites (Waimauku, Taupaki, Matua Ngaru). Roles start with a minimum 10–15 hours per week, Mon-Fri, with shifts 7:00–8:30 and 14:30–18:00, plus potential school holiday hours.

You’ll lead sessions, manage behaviours, and build strong relationships with families while enjoying staff perks. Ideal candidates have leadership experience with children, reliable transport, and a positive, solution-focused approach.

Qualifications

• Have the legal right to work in New Zealand (valid visa or citizenship)
• Reliable transport to sites around Kumeu (Waimauku, Taupaki & Matua Ngaru)
• Proven leadership experience with groups of children (OSCAR, teaching, coaching, childcare, camps)
• Confident managing challenging behaviour and high-energy groups with calm, firm guidance
• Experience taking ownership of programmes, teams or operations, not just assisting
• Strong communicator with parents, schools, and team members
• Over 20 years old as per regulations

Responsibilities

• Take full ownership of day-to-day running of the sKids programme from setup to pack-down
• Lead and manage a large group of children with a safe, inclusive environment
• Plan and deliver structured activities: arts/crafts, sports, trips, baking, drama, music
• Proactively manage challenging behaviour using positive guidance strategies
• Build strong relationships with parents, caregivers and school staff onsite
• Lead, coach and delegate to Programme Assistants for high standards
• Prepare in advance: organise resources and set clear expectations for each session
• Offer 50% discount on selected sKids programmes for staff's own children
• Earn up to $250 per referral
• Promote work-life balance with no weekend work and midday free time
• Provide access to Employee Assistance Programme for wellbeing
• Be part of a fun, supportive crew who celebrate wins

Skills

Leadership experience

Strong communication

Behaviour management

Ownership mindset

Childcare experience

Job 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

We are recruiting for a few Managers & Assistant Managers below around our Kumeu sites (Waimauku, Taupaki & Matua Ngaru). Site location will be discussed within the interview process.

As a Manager in sKids, you'll be the friendly face that makes the mornings & afternoons unforgettable for children. You'll be working a minimum of 10-15hoursper 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

• Take full ownership of the day-to-day running of our sKids programme - ensuring smooth, structured operations from set-up through to pack-down
• Lead and manage a large group of children, confidently handling a range of behaviours and creating a safe, inclusive, and engaging environment
• Plan and deliver structured activities including arts & crafts, sports, games, offsite trips (e.g. swimming, walks, picnics), baking, drama, and music
• Proactively manage challenging behaviour and support tamariki with varying needs using positive guidance strategies
• Build strong, professional relationships with parents, caregivers, and school staff as the key point of contact onsite
• Lead, coach, and delegate to Programme Assistants to ensure high standards, accountability, and a well-run programme
• Prepare in advance - organising resources, planning activities, and setting clear expectations for your team 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

We'd love to hear from you if you:

• Have the legal right to work in New Zealand (valid visa or citizenship)
• Have reliable transport to get to our sites around Kumeu (Waimauku, Taupaki & Matua Ngaru)
• Bring proven leadership experience working with groups of children (e.g. OSCAR programmes, teaching, coaching, childcare, camps, or similar environments)
• Are confident managing challenging behaviour and high-energy group environments, with the ability to stay calm, firm, and solution-focused
• Have experience taking ownership of programmes, teams, or operations, not just assisting
• Are a strong communicator who can confidently engage with parents, schools, and team members
• Are over the age of 20 years old (as per Social Security (Childcare Assistance) Regulations 2004)

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.