Management Roles - Kumeu sites

sKids; Kumeu; On-site; NZD 2,755,000 - 4,133,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

50% discount on sKids programmes

Referral bonus – up to $250 per referr

Weekday schedule – no weekend work

Employee Assistance Programme

Supportive team

Job summary

sKids is recruiting for Managers and Assistant Managers to cover the Kumeu sites (Waimauku, Taupaki & Matua Ngaru). The role offers 10-15 hours per week across Monday to Friday, with morning 7:00–8:30 and afternoon 2:30–6:00 shifts, plus potential holiday programme hours.

As a Manager you’ll run day-to-day operations, lead a large group of children, and build strong relationships with parents and school staff. You’ll coach Programme Assistants to ensure a safe, engaging environment.

Qualifications

• Proven leadership experience with groups of children (e.g. OSCAR programmes, teaching, coaching, childcare, camps).
• Strong communication with parents, schools and team members.
• Ability to stay calm, firm and solution-focused in high-energy environments.
• Must have ownership of programmes or operations, not just assisting.
• Legal right to work in New Zealand and reliable transport to Kumeu sites.

Responsibilities

• Take ownership of day-to-day running of the sKids programme from set-up to pack-down.
• Lead and manage a large group of children and create a safe, inclusive, engaging environment.
• Plan and deliver structured activities (arts, sports, trips, baking, drama, music).
• Proactively manage challenging behaviour and support tamariki with varying needs.
• Build strong relationships with parents, caregivers and school staff onsite.
• Lead, coach and delegate to Programme Assistants to maintain high standards.
• Prepare in advance by organising resources and setting clear team expectations.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Team coaching

Time management

Problem solving

Job description

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

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 10-15 hours per 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.

Perks & Benefits

• 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

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.