Multisite Area Manager - Out of School Care

About the role

Kids, part of Junior Adventures Group, runs before school, after school and holiday programmes across New Zealand. It is looking for an experienced childcare or out of school care leader to oversee the day-to-day operations of up to 9 sKids sites across Central and East Auckland. This is a highly mobile, hands-on leadership role involving regular travel between sites, supporting programmes when challenges arise, coaching and developing the team, and keeping the right people and resources in place.

Key responsibilities

• Lead the day-to-day delivery of the sites, ensuring engaging and educational activities for all children.
• Ensure the safety of all children and adhere strictly to sKids' systems and procedures.
• Maintain appropriate staff-to-children ratios at all times and be in ratio when necessary; check phones on Sundays to ensure staff availability on Mondays and organise cover.
• Implement and oversee operational policies, procedures and systems.
• Manage sites effectively and prepare, plan and oversee rosters for a cluster of sites.
• Coach and train programme staff and manage resources in line with the budget plan.
• Oversee reporting and recording of incidents and accidents.

Required profile

• Minimum 2 years of experience, including a leadership role in childcare or education.
• Experience overseeing or supporting multiple programmes, locations, centres or teams, and managing or coaching other leaders or supervisors.
• Valid full driver's licence and access to a vehicle, as travel between sites is required.
• Ability to work full time without restrictions and the right to work in New Zealand.
• Subject to a satisfactory Police Record Check; all applicants must hold the right to work in New Zealand.

Required skills

• Understanding of out-of-school care programmes and relevant safety regulations.
• Experience with staff rostering, workforce planning and day-to-day operational management.
• Ability to manage competing priorities across multiple sites and adapt to changing operational needs.

What we offer

• 50% off selected programmes within sKids.
• Staff fitness discounts through Wherefit (up to 50% off fitness gear and gyms).
• Travel allowances.
• Opportunities for professional development and career growth.
• A fun working environment involved in all OSCAR activities.

To apply, candidates send their CV and a cover letter outlining their relevant experience and why they are a good fit.