Programme Manager/ Centre Leader - Waimauku, Kumeu

Role summary

Programme Manager/ Centre Leader - Waimauku, Kumeu is a role at Junior Adventures Group in Kumeū, Auckland, New Zealand (on-site). Posted 2026-10-11. Experience level: 2-5.

Job title

Programme Manager/ Centre Leader - Waimauku, Kumeu

Company

Junior Adventures Group

Location

Kumeū, Auckland, New Zealand

Work arrangement

on-site

Category

Software Engineering

Experience level

2-5

Date posted

2026-10-11

Job description

Company Description

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!

Job Description

We are recruiting for a Centre Leader to lead & manager our sKids Kingsway site. This role offers up to a minimum of 15 contracted hours per week (Monday to Friday only, no weekends work required!). We also run the programme during school holidays and you'll have the opportunity to gain more hours during our holiday programmes!

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)

School Holiday Programme hours available (between 7am - 6pm)

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.

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 ensuring smooth operations from set-up through to pack-down

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

Qualifications

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 2 new sites within Kumeu. Ideal candidates would need to be located around Kumue for ease of transportation.

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

Additional Information

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.