Out of school Leadership Roles

Safe Kids in Daily Supervision Limited; Pukekohe; On-site; NZD 28,000 - 44,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Staff Discounts up to 50% Fitness via

50% discount on sKids programmes

Referral bonus up to $250 per referral

Work-life balance – no weekend work

Employee Assistance Programme

Supportive team culture

Job summary

Safe Kids in Daily Supervision Limited is seeking Managers and Assistant Managers for Tamaoho & Ramarama sites in New Zealand. You will lead the day-to-day running of the sKids programme, oversee a large group of children, and deliver structured activities across mornings and afternoons.

Roles are part-time (10–15 hours/week) with shifts from 7am–8:30am and 2:30pm–6:00pm, plus potential holiday hours. You will foster a safe, engaging environment and liaise with parents and school staff onsite.

Qualifications

• Legal right to work in New Zealand.
• Reliable transport to Tamaoho & Ramarama sites.
• Proven leadership experience with groups of children.
• Confident managing challenging behaviour in high-energy settings.
• Ability to take ownership of programmes, teams, or operations.
• Strong communication with parents, schools, and team members.

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, creating a safe, inclusive environment.
• Plan and deliver structured activities (arts, sports, games, trips, baking, drama, music).
• Proactively manage challenging behaviour with positive guidance strategies.
• Build strong relationships with parents, caregivers, and school staff onsite.
• Coach and delegate to Programme Assistants to maintain high standards and accountability.
• Prepare ahead by organising resources and planning activities for smooth sessions.

Skills

Leadership experience

Strong communicator

Behaviour management

Team leadership

Job description

Company Description

At sKids, we believe childhood should be full of laughter, learning, and adventure! 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!

sKids was founded in 1996 when two parents created a structured out of school care service for primary aged children. Now we’re New Zealand’s favourite kid’s hangout, welcoming over 14,000 tamariki each day across 100 school sites.

Job Description

We are recruiting for a few Managers & Assistant Managers around our few sites in Tamaoho & Ramarama sites.

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

• Staff Discounts up to 50% Fitness via Wherefit!
• 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

• Have the legal right to work in New Zealand (valid visa or citizenship)
• Have reliable transport to get to our sites in Tamaoho & Ramarama.
• 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.