Posted 01 August, 2026
After-School Programme Manager | Lead Kids Activities
PVH (Tommy Hilfiger/Calvin Klein)
Christchurch, CAN, NZ
Full Time
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Job Description
We're recruiting for Programme & Assistant Managers for our sKids Darfield Primary site. Programme Manager - 22.5 hours per week Assistant Programme Manager - Minimum 10 hours per week Working Hours (Monday to Friday): Before School Care: 7:00am - 8:30am 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. 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 dayOpportunity to pick up extra hours during Holiday Programmes 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. Successful applicant needs to be located locally in Darfield/ Rolleston. You’ll bring: The legal right to work in New Zealand Reliable transport to sKids Darfield Primary 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 at sKids Lower Hutt and make a real impact in children's lives. 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr