Programme Manager - Sacred Heart Cathedral

Skids; Wellington; In loco; NZD 30.000 - 42.000; Part-time

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Up to 50% fitness discounts via Wherefi

50% discount on sKids programmes

Referral bonus up to $250

No weekend work; midday free for own 


Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)

Ongoing training and development

Fun, supportive team culture

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Sacred Heart Cathedral School in Wellington is seeking a Programme Manager to lead the sKids after‑school programme. You will ensure safe, structured operations, supervise staff, and support children’s learning through varied activities.

The role starts with a minimum of 15 hours per week, Monday to Friday, with potential extra hours during School Holiday Programmes. A positive, team‑oriented approach is essential.

Competenze

• Have strong communication skills.
• Lead and inspire a team.
• Be reliable, energetic and enthusiastic about making a positive difference in children’s lives.
• Enjoy working with children and creating positive experiences for young people.
• Bring a positive attitude and willingness to learn and grow within the organisation.
• Experience working with children through babysitting, coaching, tutoring, childcare, holiday programmes, volunteering, youth groups, or similar activities.

Mansioni

• Take ownership of the day‑to‑day running of the sKids programme, ensuring safe, structured, and well‑organised operations from set‑up through to pack‑down.
• Lead and inspire a team to deliver a positive programme experience where children feel valued, included, and engaged.
• Support children’s learning and development through homework support, skill‑building opportunities, and meaningful interactions.
• Plan and deliver a diverse range of activities including arts and crafts, sports, games, baking, STEM activities, drama, music, and holiday programme experiences.
• Create a welcoming environment that balances learning, recreation, creativity, and fun.
• Positively manage behaviour and support tamariki with varying needs using consistent and respectful guidance strategies.
• Build strong relationships with parents, caregivers, and school staff as the key point of contact for the programme.
• Lead, coach, and support Programme Assistants, setting clear expectations and maintaining high programme standards.
• Manage programme administration, resource preparation, compliance requirements, and daily operational responsibilities to ensure sessions run smoothly and successfully.

Conoscenze

Communication

Team leadership

Reliability

Enthusiasm

Child engagement

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Job Description

Programme Manager

We're looking for an enthusiastic and capable Programme Manager to join our team at Sacred Heart Cathedral School, a vibrant inner-city Catholic school with a proud tradition of high academic standards and a strong sense of community

As a Programme Manager, you’ll lead the delivery of a high-quality sKids programme, creating a safe, engaging, and enriching environment where children can learn, grow, and have fun after school. You’ll take ownership of programme operations, build positive relationships with families and school staff, and lead a team that supports children’s wellbeing, development, and participation.

You’ll be working a minimum of 15 hours per week, rostered across Monday to Friday.

Shift Times:

• After School Care: 2:10pm - 5:30pm (availability from 2:10pm is essential)
• Additional hours may be available during our School Holiday Programmes operating between 7:30am and 6:00pm.

Here’s what you’ll be up to

• Take ownership of the day‑to‑day running of the sKids programme, ensuring safe, structured, and well‑organised operations from set‑up through to pack‑down.
• Lead and inspire a team to deliver a positive programme experience where children feel valued, included, and engaged.
• Support children’s learning and development through homework support, skill‑building opportunities, and meaningful interactions.
• Plan and deliver a diverse range of activities including arts and crafts, sports, games, baking, STEM activities, drama, music, and holiday programme experiences.
• Create a welcoming environment that balances learning, recreation, creativity, and fun.
• Positively manage behaviour and support tamariki with varying needs using consistent and respectful guidance strategies.
• Build strong relationships with parents, caregivers, and school staff as the key point of contact for the programme.
• Lead, coach, and support Programme Assistants, setting clear expectations and maintaining high programme standards.
• Manage programme administration, resource preparation, compliance requirements, and daily operational responsibilities to ensure sessions run smoothly and successfully.

Perks & Benefits

• Up to 50% fitness discounts via our employee Wherefit account!
• 50% discount on selected sKids programmes, perfect for your own children!
• Referral bonus of up to $250 for successful team member referrals.
• Work-life balance with no weekend work and the middle of the day free for your own commitments.
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) for wellbeing support.
• Ongoing training and development opportunities.
• A fun, supportive team culture where your contribution is valued and celebrated.

Qualifications

We’d love to hear from you if you:

• Have the right to work in New Zealand (valid visa or citizenship).
• Have reliable transport to get to our Thordon site.
• Enjoy working with children and creating positive experiences for young people.
• Have experience working with children through babysitting, coaching, tutoring, childcare, holiday programmes, volunteering, youth groups, or similar activities.
• Are confident supporting children’s learning, development, and participation in group activities.
• Are reliable, energetic, and enthusiastic about making a positive difference in children’s lives.
• Have strong communication skills and enjoy working as part of a team.
• Bring a positive attitude and a willingness to learn and grow within the organisation.

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.