Allied Support Worker - Papanui Site (Fixed term until 30 June 2026)

Allied Support Worker - Papanui Site (Fixed term until 30 June 2026)

• Competitive salary starting from $68,371, depending on experience
• Based at our Papanui Site in Christchurch

Oranga Tamariki have exciting new opportunities available for those who are looking to change up and develop their career pathways. You could be a student studying towards a relevant degree or someone who has experience related to the mahi we do in providing services to our tamariki and rangatahi. The Allied Support Worker is a Full time, Fixed-term role, it is non-regulated and is not a Social Worker in training, or para-social worker. The position does not undertake social work activities and does not have a case load.

Mō te tūnga | About the role

These roles will include providing our Social Workers with support for home visits, administration tasks and transporting Tamariki and rangatahi. In this role, you will be working under the supervision of a team of social workers and supervisors and day to day responsibilities will include :

We're looking for applicants with some of the following qualifications, skills and experience :

Qualifications :

Experience :

Skills :

Nōu te rourou | What\u2019s in it for you

We offer a competitive remuneration package starting at $68,371 as well as significant training and professional development so that you can thrive and grow. We welcome diversity and are committed to working in an inclusive and respectful way. This is your opportunity to apply your skills and experience to the wellbeing of tamariki and rangatahi. To see all the benefits of working for Oranga Tamariki, please visit

Me pēhea te tuku tono | How to Apply

Apply online with your CV and Covering Letter. If you are an Oranga Tamariki employee already, please ensure you apply with a log in using your Oranga Tamariki email address. If you have any questions about role, please contact

Applications close : Wednesday 24 September 2025 , however we will be reviewing and inviting candidates to interview as we go so get your application in now!

If you are interested in any of our vacancies, please ensure that you make yourself familiar with our code of conduct as it sets out our expectations for our kaimahi and requires you to present at work free from the influences of both drugs and alcohol.

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