Assistant Programme Manager

6 days ago

Auckland City, New Zealand sKids Full time

**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

As the assistant **Programme Manager**, you’ll be the friendly face that makes the **afternoons (2.30pm
- 6pm)** unforgettable for children. You’ll be working a **minimum of 10 hours per week**, rostered across **Monday to Friday**, with potential school holiday programme hours available and hours to help support the school community and events representing sKids.

**Here’s what you’ll be up to**

- Be the superstar running our sKids programmes day-to-day - from set-up to smooth operations - while building awesome relationships with our school communities
- Supervise and join Tamariki in awesome activities like arts & crafts, sports, games, offsite adventures (swimming, walks, picnics, movies), baking, drama, and music
- Lead safe, fun, and engaging sessions that keep kids buzzing while making sure everything runs smoothly
- Be the friendly, go-to face for parents and schools, including but not limited to attending community events and cultural days at the school on behalf of sKids, keeping communication warm and positive
- Guide, support, and inspire your team to shine and bring their best every day
- Arrive early to prep activities, co-ordinate Programme Assistants, and set up resources for a smooth start

**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 **Cosgrove School**_ _**with reliable transportation and/or a vehicle
- Bring your enthusiasm and leadership for working with kids - whether through coaching, teaching, mentoring, or running activities, you know how to inspire and guide Tamariki
- Have proven experience leading or organising before & after school programmes (or similar children’s services) is a big plus - we’re looking for someone who can manage operations, people, and create awesome experiences for kids
- Are over the age of 20 years old, in order to comply with Social Security (Childcare Assistance) Regulations 2004.

**Additional Information**

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