Programme Manager - Pillans Point

Junioradventuresgroup; Hamilton; On-site; NZD 42,000 - 54,000; 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

Supportive team culture

Job summary

sKids Pillans Point site is seeking a Programme Manager to oversee daily operations and activities for children across morning and afternoon sessions. You will lead a team, plan structured activities, manage behaviour, and liaise with parents and school staff.

Flexible hours include early mornings and afternoons, with potential holiday hours. Ideal candidates have leadership experience with young people, reliable transport, and the right to work in New Zealand, with a calm, proactive approach to

Qualifications

• Proven leadership experience with groups of children in educational or childcare contexts.
• Ability to manage challenging behaviour with positive guidance strategies.
• Confident communicator with parents, caregivers and school staff.
• Right to work in New Zealand and reliable transport to site.

Responsibilities

• Take full ownership of day-to-day running of the sKids programme from set-up to pack-down.
• Lead a large group of children, creating a safe, inclusive and engaging environment.
• Plan and deliver structured activities (arts, sports, trips, baking, drama, music).
• Coach and delegate to Programme Assistants to maintain high standards.
• Prepare in advance with resources and clear team expectations to ensure smooth sessions.

Skills

Leadership

Team coaching

Child engagement

Behaviour management

Communication

Education

Experience with children programs

Tools

Activity planning

Job description

As a Programme Manager , you’ll be the friendly face that makes the mornings & afternoons unforgettable for children. You’ll be working a minimum of 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

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 sKids Pillans Point site.
• 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)

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.