Careers

​​​​​​​Youthtown offers a wide range of roles nationwide.

Join us in shaping the future of youth development work in New Zealand.

We have job opportunities across Aotearoa

Careers at Youthtown ​​​​​​

At Youthtown, we take pride in how we engage with and develop young people across Aotearoa. Our incredible team members drive our success through creating and leading fun, safe, and inclusive programmes that inspire young people to reach their full potential.

With a legacy of youth development since 1932, joining Youthtown means becoming part of the Youthtown whānau – a team that is passionate, experienced and dedicated to having a positive social impact.

We offer an inclusive and great culture, provide opportunities for growth and development, and we’re renowned for looking after our team.

Our core values are at the heart of everything we do.

  • Commitment to our purpose inspires us
  • Empowering others drives us
  • Diversity strengthens us
  • Collaboration grows us and
  • Belonging unites us 

With a nationwide team of 150+, Youthtown delivers impactful programmes through our skilled Team Leaders, Programme Leads, and Programme Team Members. These are supported by our National team including Operations, Marketing, Engagement and Finance.

We thank you for visiting our careers page, and we hope that we have a position that you may be interested in applying for.

Current Vacancies


People & Capability Advisor - Auckland (Hillcrest)

Permanent Full-time - Office role

Entry-level and broad generalist role combining hands-on HR support with strategic people projects. You'll provide advice on recruitment, employment relations, performance, onboarding, and compliance while managing contracts, reference checks, and police vetting. The role also contributes to policy development, process improvement, learning and development initiatives, and organisational capability building. We're seeking an organised, people-focused HR professional with HR generalist experience, strong ER and recruitment exposure, and knowledge of New Zealand employment legislation. Experience with Employment Hero and an interest in L&D are highly desirable.

Applications will be reviewed as they are received. Therefore we encourage interested candidates to apply as soon as possible.

Programme Team Member - Queenstown (Hanley's Farm)

Casual Hours

We are looking for an awesome Programme Team Member to join our team delivering a variety of exciting and engaging activities to children on our Youthtown after-school & holiday programmes.

This is a casual role mostly 2.30pm to 6.00pm Monday – Friday during the school term with additional hours over the school holidays. Some weekend work may be required.

Applications close on 31 August 2026.

Programme Team Member - Oamaru

Casual Hours

We are looking for awesome Programme Team Members to join our team delivering a variety of exciting and engaging activities to children on our Youthtown holiday programmes.

This is a casual role for approximately 20-25 hours per week (Monday - Friday) during the school holidays. 

Applications close on 31 August 2026.

Programme Team Member - Christchurch (Te Waka Unua School)

Permanent Part-time

We are looking for an awesome Programme Team Member to join our team delivering a variety of exciting and engaging activities to children on our Youthtown after-school & holiday programmes.

This is a permanent part-time role for 17.5 hours per week [3.5 hours per day] 2.30pm - 6.00pm, Monday to Friday, during the school term, with additional hours over the school holidays. Some weekend work may be required.

Applications close on 7 September 2026.

Programme Team Member - Queenstown (Hanley's Farm)

Permanent Part-time

We are looking for an awesome Programme Team Member to join our team delivering a variety of exciting and engaging activities to children on our Youthtown after-school & holiday programmes.

This is a permanent part-time role for 17.5 hours per week [3.5 hours per day] 2.30pm - 6.00pm, Monday to Friday, during the school term, with additional hours over the school holidays. Some weekend work may be required.

Applications close on 14 September 2026.

Programme Lead - Oscar - Auckland (Pinehurst School, Albany)

Permanent Part-time

We are looking for an awesome Programme Lead to lead the delivery of exciting and engaging activities to children on our Youthtown after-school & holiday programmes located at Pinehurst School.

This is a permanent part-time role for 30 hours per week 11.30am - 5.30pm, Monday to Friday, during the school term, with additional hours over the school holidays. Some weekend work may be required.

Applications close on 18 September 2026.

Team Leader - Southern (Christchurch)

Permanent Full-time

Youthtown is looking for a Team Leader to support and develop Programme Leads and programme teams across Te Waipounamu. You'll be part of a collaborative leadership team, working alongside another Team Leader and the Regional Manager to support programmes throughout the South Island. This role is about growing people, supporting quality programmes, and making sure our teams have what they need to deliver great outcomes for tamariki, rangatahi and whānau. 

You’ll provide coaching, support and oversight to teams, while also being comfortable stepping in when needed, whether that’s supporting a new Programme Lead, helping establish a new programme, or covering operational gaps.

Applications will be reviewed as they are received. Therefore we encourage interested candidates to apply as soon as possible.

If a suitable role isn’t available, we welcome you to share your details so we can reach out when the right opportunity arises. 

Click here to express your interest.

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