Junior Adventures Group
Education
AssistantProgrammeManager
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“Assistant Programme Manager at Junior Adventures Group. Support Programme Manager in daily operations. Ensure smooth, well-structured operations”
Industry & Context.
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What They're Looking For.
Must Have
Legal right to work in New Zealand, Reliable transport to Vardon site, Experience working with children, Over 20 years old
Nice to Have
Experience in OSCAR, Experience in childcare, Experience in coaching, Experience in teaching, Experience in camps
What You'll Do.
Support Programme Manager in daily operations
well-structured operations
Lead sessions when Programme Manager is away
Take charge when Programme Manager is away
Supervise groups of tamariki
Engage groups of tamariki
Ensure a safe environment
Ensure an inclusive environment
Ensure a fun environment
Assist in planning activities
Assist in delivering activities
Support managing challenging behaviour
Use positive guidance strategies
Maintain consistency across the team
Guide Programme Assistants on shift
Support Programme Assistants on shift
Ensure expectations are met
Ensure activities run smoothly
Build positive relationships with parents
Build positive relationships with caregivers
Build positive relationships with school staff
Communicate clearly with parents
Communicate clearly with caregivers
Communicate clearly with school staff
Assist with pack-down
Assist with preparation of resources
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Work with Programme Manager; Support Programme Assistants; Collaborate with parents; Collaborate with caregivers; Collaborate with school staff
Communication Scope
Clear communication
Full Job 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 Ta-mariki 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 an Assistant Programme Manager, you’ll be the friendly face that makes the mornings & afternoons unforgettable for children. You’ll be working a minimum of 10 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 * Support the Programme Manager in the day-to-day running of the sKids programme, helping ensure smooth, well-structured operations * Step up as 2IC – confidently lead sessions and take charge when the Programme Manager is away * Supervise and engage large groups of tamariki, ensuring a safe, inclusive, and fun environment at all times * Assist in planning and delivering structured activities including arts & crafts, sports, games, and offsite trips * Support with managing challenging behaviour, using positive guidance strategies and maintaining consistency across the team * Help guide and support Programme Assistants on shift, ensuring expectations are met and activities run smoothly * Build positive relationships with parents, caregivers, and school staff through clear and friendly communication * Assist with set-up, pack-down, and preparation of resources to ensure each session runs seamlessly Perks & Benefits * 50% discount on selected sKids programmes – perfect for your own ch
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