Junior Adventures Group

Education

Programme&AssistantProgrammeManagers

$52–78k ~AI est. Auckland, Auckland, New Zealand PART TIME
Market Sentiment
HIGH DEMAND

Neural analysis suggests this role is
optimal for mid candidates.

The Brief

“Programme & Assistant Programme Managers at Junior Adventures Group. Skills: Programme management, Child behaviour management. Take ownership of day-to-day running. Ensure smooth operations”

Industry & Context.

Education
Eligibility Requirements

Satisfactory Police Record Check

What They're Looking For.

Must Have

Legal right to work in New Zealand, Reliable transport, Proven leadership experience with children, Experience managing challenging behaviour, Experience taking ownership of programmes/teams/operations, Over 20 years old

Nice to Have

Experience with OSCAR programmes, Experience with teaching, Experience with coaching, Experience with childcare, Experience with camps

What You'll Do.

Take ownership of day-to-day running

Ensure smooth operations

Lead and manage children

Create safe environment

Create inclusive environment

Create engaging environment

Plan structured activities

Deliver structured activities

Manage challenging behaviour

Support tamariki with needs

Build professional relationships with parents

Build professional relationships with caregivers

Build professional relationships with school staff

Lead Programme Assistants

Coach Programme Assistants

Delegate to Programme Assistants

Ensure high standards

Ensure accountability

Ensure well-run programme

Set clear expectations

How You'll Work.

Team & Collaboration

Parents; Caregivers; School staff; Programme Assistants

Communication Scope

Engage with parents; Engage with schools; Engage with team members

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 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! We are recruiting for a few Programme & Assistant Programme Managers around our North Shore sites. Site location will be discussed within the interview process. As a Programme/ Assistant Manager , you’ll be the friendly face that makes the mornings & afternoons unforgettable for children. You’ll be working a minimum of 10-15 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 * Take full ownership of the day-to-day running of our sKids programme – ensuring smooth, structured operations from set-up through to pack-down * Lead and manage a large group of children, confidently handling a range of behaviours and creating a safe, inclusive, and engaging environment * Plan and deliver structured activities including arts & crafts, sports, games, offsite trips (e.g. swimming, walks, picnics), baking, drama, and music * Proactively manage challenging behaviour and support tamariki with varying needs using positive guidance strategies * Build strong, professional relationships with parents, caregivers, and school staff as the key point of contact onsite * Lead, coach, and delegate to Programme Assistants to ensure high standards, accountability, and a well-run programme * Prepare in advance – organisi

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