Programme Assistant - Oxford Crescent

sKids; Wellington; On-site; NZD 32,000 - 39,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Program discount

Referral bonus

Weekday schedule

Wellbeing support

Great team

Job summary

sKids is seeking a Programme Assistant to support after-school Tamariki with fun, safe activities. You’ll work a minimum of 10 hours per week across Monday to Friday, with shifts from 2:30pm to 6:00pm and potential holidays hours from 7am to 6pm.

You’ll help supervise, keep spaces tidy, and support the Programme Manager to run energetic sessions. Applicants should have the right to work in New Zealand, be able to reach Newlands sites, and be enthusiastic about working with kids.

Qualifications

• Right to work in New Zealand (valid visa or citizenship)
• Can get to Newlands sites with reliable transport
• Enthusiastic about working with kids – babysitting, coaching, volunteering counted
• Reliable, energetic and keen to make every session special

Responsibilities

• Supervising and supporting Tamariki in fun, safe activities
• Keeping spaces tidy, clean, and welcoming for children
• Helping Programme Manager run smooth, energetic sessions
• Spotting hiccups (behaviour, wellbeing, safety) and communicating with manager

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

As a Programme Assistant, you’ll be the friendly face that makes the afternoons unforgettable for children. You’ll be working a minimum of 10 hours per week, rostered across Monday to Friday.

• 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

• Supervising and supporting Tamariki in a range of fun, safe activities
• Keeping our spaces tidy, clean, and welcoming for children
• Helping your Programme Manager run smooth, energetic sessions that keep kids buzzing
• Spotting any hiccups (behaviour, wellbeing, safety) and sharing with your manager so everyone stays supported

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 right to work in New Zealand (valid visa or citizenship)
• Can get to Newlands site(s) with reliable transportation and/or a vehicle
• Are enthusiastic about working with kids – from babysitting to coaching to volunteering, any experience counts!
• Are reliable, energetic, and keen to make every session special

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.