Programme Manager

ChildPlayWorks Charitable Trust | Aotearoa New Zealand

An opportunity to lead, support and make a difference.

ChildPlayWorks is seeking an experienced, highly organised and relational Programme Manager to provide operational leadership for our established Clinical Child-Centred Play Therapy (CCPT) Training Programme.

Working collaboratively with our Board of Trustees, Director/Consultant and professional team, you will oversee programme delivery, support trainer development, maintain quality standards and contribute to the ongoing sustainability of ChildPlayWorks.

We are looking for someone who brings:

• Strong leadership, organisational and management skills.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building abilities.
• Emotional intelligence, integrity and sound professional judgement.
• A collaborative, supportive and solutions-focused approach.
• Experience in programme coordination, professional education or team leadership.
• A commitment to quality, continuous improvement and organisational values.

Experience in education, health, counselling or the not-for-profit sector is desirable. Specialist play therapy knowledge is not essential, as clinical guidance is provided. However, a willingness to develop an understanding of Child-Centred Play Therapy is important.

This is an opportunity to contribute to an established charitable organisation dedicated to strengthening therapeutic support for children across Aotearoa New Zealand.

This is a part-time, remote position offered on a contract-for-services basis, requiring approximately 10–15 hours per week.

Interested? We welcome enquiries from people who share our commitment to professional excellence, collaboration and child-centred practice.

For further information and applications:

Reply to: admin@childplayworks.co.nz

Application closing date: Friday 20th November 2026

Please send your cover letter and CV to the address below and we will email you an application form to complete.

Reply to: admin@childplayworks.co.nz

Application closing date: Friday 20th November 2026