Kidsbase OSCAR Programme Assistants Required

Do you enjoying interacting with children, guiding them in their play and likes to have fun? Are you the sort of person who is well organised, honest, reliable and demonstrates initiative towards everything you do? If you are, then we want to hear from you.

Kids Base are looking for vibrant, enthusiastic and proactive staff on a Permanent Part-Time basis to join our team at our Marshland & Spreydon School, Christchurch locations.

This Programme Assistant position offers 20 - 22.5 hours per week during school terms (before and afterschool) and up to 47.5 hours per week during School Holiday Periods. Applicants must be available to work between the hours of 7:30-8:30am & 3:00pm - 6:00pm all weekdays.

Kidsbase is a well-established and very successful Before School, After School and School Holiday childcare programme provider for 5-13-year-old children, operating programmes throughout Christchurch and North Canterbury. We pride ourselves that we offer a safe and encouraging environment for the children who attend our programmes, and a fun, enjoyable and supportive environment for the staff who deliver these programmes for us.

This Assistant position would require supporting the programme Supervisor in the day-day programme delivery, assisting with preparing materials and equipment for all activities, increased engagement and achievement within the programme by supporting children and nurturing positive self-esteem.

Additional Requirements:

• Clean Police Clearance

• Driver’s license and own transportation is preferred

Desirable qualities:

• Outgoing and confident personality

• Problem-solving skills

• Ability to use the initiative and multi-task

• Ideally understands the supervisory responsibilities

• Previous childcare experience is beneficial but not essential (specifically for children between 5-13)

In return, you will receive:

• A comprehensive induction and orientation programme

• Key OSCAR industry training from the accredited provider

• First aid certification (if required)

• Career progression opportunities

If you have the above skills and are looking for an exciting and rewarding opportunity, please send us your CV with a cover letter

For further information about these positions or the Company, please contact Matt Howden on 27 239 7690.

We can't wait to hear from you!!

Please note that only short-listed applicants will be contacted.