Our management roles have recently been filled however we are still actively recruiting for Programme Assistant roles in the area.
Bring the fun. Lead the energy. Make a difference.
At sKids, we believe childhood should be full of laughter, learning, and adventure. Since 1996, we’ve been delivering engaging out-of-school care programmes for tamariki across New Zealand!
(Please state which location you are interested in when applying/ when speaking with our recruiter)
Job DescriptionAvailable Roles & Hours
We’re recruiting across multiple positions depending on your experience and availability:
- Multisite Programme Assistant - minimum 5 hours per week
- Programme Manager – minimum 15 hours per week (This role is no longer available & has been filled but we are still recruiting for a Assistant Manager, hours below in the meantime)
- Assistant Programme Manager – minimum 10 hours per week (This role is no longer available)
Working Hours (Monday to Friday):
- After School Care: 2:30pm – 6:00pm (availability from 2:30pm is essential)
About the Role
No two days are the same at sKids! You’ll be part of a team creating a safe, fun, and engaging space where children can thrive.
Depending on your role, you will:
- Deliver and support a variety of activities including arts & crafts, sports, games, cooking, and creative play
- Supervise and engage with children, ensuring their safety, wellbeing, and enjoyment
- Use positive behaviour guidance to support children with different needs
- Build strong relationships with parents, caregivers, and school staff
- Support or lead the day-to-day running of the programme (Programme Manager and Assistant Programme Manager roles), ensuring smooth operations from set-up through to pack-down
- (Leadership roles) Guide and support team members to deliver a high-quality programme
Why Join sKids?
- 50% discount on selected sKids programmes
- Referral bonus – earn up to $250
- No weekend work – enjoy work-life balance
- Free time in the middle of the day
- Employee Assistance Programme for wellbeing support
- A fun, supportive team where you can grow and develop
What We’re Looking For
We’re looking for enthusiastic, reliable, and caring individuals who enjoy working with children.
You’ll bring:
- The legal right to work in New Zealand
- Reliable transport to our our sKids Westmere site.
- Availability from 2:30pm on weekdays (essential)
- A positive, energetic, and can-do attitude
- Experience in childcare, education, coaching, camps, or similar
- Leadership or supervisory experience (for Programme Manager and Assistant Programme Manager roles)
- Confidence working with groups of children
- Applicants applying for Programme Manager and Assistant Programme Manager positions must be 20 years or older, in accordance with the Social Security (Childcare Assistance) Regulations 2004
Be part of launching something special and make a real impact in children’s lives. Apply today and let us know which role suits you best!
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.
Skills Required
- Legal right to work in New Zealand
- Reliable transport to the sKids site
- Availability from 2:30pm on weekdays
- Experience in childcare, education or similar
- Leadership experience for management roles
What We Do
Junior Adventures Group is a leading provider of Outside School Hours Care (OSHC) services, offering before and after-school care, and holiday programs for school-aged children across Australia, the UK, Ireland, and New Zealand.
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