Programme Leader

We are looking for an energetic, organised and reliable School Holiday Programme Leader to coordinate and lead our Lower Hutt School Holiday Programme during the Term 4 school holidays.

Fixed-term school holiday role, Monday-Friday 8am-4pm

Work roughly 40 hours per week across the school holiday programme.

Join a positive team environment where safety, fun and care come first.

This is a hands-on leadership role where you will support children to enjoy meaningful holiday experiences while guiding and coaching a team of programme staff. You will be responsible for the day-to-day operation of the programme, ensuring activities run smoothly and that children, whānau and staff have a positive experience.

You will bring strong leadership, a calm approach and excellent organisational skills to each day, helping create a safe, welcoming and inclusive environment where children feel encouraged, supported and able to participate fully. Reporting to the Service Coordinator, you will oversee programme delivery, support staff development and ensure all programme requirements are met.

The school holiday programme runs for 2 weeks over the Term 4 school holiday period (11th-22nd January 2027)

Key Responsibilities:

Lead and support a team of School Holiday Programme Workers.

Coordinate daily programme activities, outings and transitions.

Create a safe, inclusive and respectful environment for all children.

Facilitate and oversee games, arts and crafts, sports, themed activities and group challenges.

Communicate effectively with children, parents, caregivers, whānau and team members.

Ensure health and safety, safeguarding and programme procedures are followed at all times.

Monitor attendance records, bookings and programme resources.

Be willing to support people with their personal cares, which can include bathing, dressing and toileting.

What We Are Looking For

You will be someone who enjoys working with children and leading others, bringing a positive, organised and practical approach to a busy programme environment. You will be confident coordinating activities, supporting staff and ensuring children have a safe and enjoyable experience.

Experience leading teams in children's programmes, disability support, recreation, education, youth work or community services would be highly advantageous.

Experience working with children is essential.

Previous leadership or supervisory experience is preferred.

Experience supporting people with disabilities and an understanding of positive behaviour support strategies would be an advantage.

First Aid certification would be an advantage.

A full New Zealand Driver Licence is required.

You must be eligible to work in New Zealand.

The successful applicant may be required to complete safety checks, including Police vetting and Oranga Tamariki checks, in line with child safety requirements.

You Will Be:

Available for the entirety of the school holiday period.

A confident and supportive leader.

Reliable, punctual and highly organised.

Committed and passionate about supporting people with disabilities to live great lives.

Friendly, energetic and patient.

Confident communicating with children, whānau and team members.

Able to use initiative and stay calm in a busy environment.

Comfortable coaching, mentoring and supporting staff.

Committed to creating a safe, inclusive and fun space for tamariki.

Ready to Apply? Click the "Apply Now" link and submit your CV with a brief cover letter outlining your leadership experience and why you would be a great fit for this role.

The Spectrum Group is dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive workforce that reflects the communities we serve. We actively encourage and support applications from individuals with diverse backgrounds, including those with disabilities, neurodivergent individuals.

Applications will be reviewed as they are received, so we encourage you to apply early. The recruitment process will close on 31 August, so please submit your application before the deadline.

##### Job Details

Reference #

• 43290
• Posted on
• 22 Oct 2026
• Closes on
• 22 Nov 2026 23:59
• Location(s)
• Wellington
• Expertise
• Programme Leader
• Work type(s)
• Fixed term
• Hours per week
• Availability
• Day shifts