Programme Manager - Sacred Heart Cathedral

Junioradventuresgroup; Wellington; Ibrido; NZD 28.000 - 41.000; Part-time

Vantaggi offerti da questo lavoro

Up to 50% fitness discounts via Wherefi

50% discount on sKids programmes

Referral bonus up to $250

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Sacred Heart Cathedral School in Wellington is seeking an enthusiastic Programme Manager to lead the delivery of our sKids after-school programme, creating a safe, engaging environment where children learn, grow, and have fun.

You will own day-to-day operations, coach a team, support children's wellbeing, and build strong relationships with families and school staff. Part-time role with a minimum of 15 hours per week, rostered Monday to Friday, with after-school hours from 2:10pm.

Competenze

• Right to work in New Zealand (visa or citizenship).
• Reliable transport to Thordon site.
• Enjoy working with children and creating positive experiences.
• Experience with children through babysitting, coaching, tutoring, childcare, holiday programmes, volunteering or youth work.
• Confident supporting learning, development and participation in group activities.
• Reliable, energetic and enthusiastic about making a positive difference.
• Strong communication skills and teamwork.
• Positive attitude and willingness to learn and grow within the organisation.

Mansioni

• Take ownership of day-to-day running of the sKids programme, ensuring safe, structured operations from set-up through 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 and skill-building activities.
• Plan and deliver activities including arts, sports, baking, STEM, drama and music.
• Create a welcoming environment balancing learning, recreation, creativity and fun.
• Manage behaviour and support tamariki with varying needs with consistent guidance.
• Build strong relationships with parents, caregivers and school staff as the programme's main contact.
• Lead, coach and support Programme Assistants, setting clear expectations.
• Manage administration, resource preparation, compliance and daily operations to ensure smooth sessions.

Conoscenze

Team leadership

Communication

Reliability

Positive attitude

Childcare experience

Transport access

Child engagement

Team collaboration

Descrizione del lavoro

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 6:0pm.

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.

We're looking for

• 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.