Social Worker

Fixed term fulltime role until November 2026

Looking for graduate and experienced social workers

About the Role | Mō te tūnga

Across our sites we are working with tamariki, rangatahi and their whānau to make positive changes in our community. We need people who have knowledge, experience and who are deeply passionate about whānau wellbeing.

At our Porirua site, we work closely with Te Rūnanga o Toa Rangatira (Iwi) and have established a community response for our mahi called Hapori. In the Hapori are Taeaomanino Trust, Wesley Community Action, Porirua Whānau Centre , and Iwi. We continue to also look at ways to work with our Kapiti community.

As a Social Worker, you will :

• Complete comprehensive assessments of tamariki, rangatahi, and their whānau — often in collaboration with partner agencies and Iwi
• Facilitate hui, focusing on empowering whānau to strengthen their capacity to care for their tamariki and rangatahi
• Plan and deliver interventions that support tamariki and rangatahi to remain safely within their whānau. A small cohort will have their FGC or Manaaki plans monitored in partnership with Hapori and / or Iwi
• Work with other Oranga Tamariki sites, as well as other community and government agencies
• Support tamariki in Care and those transitioning out of Care into long-term care arrangements or independent living

What's in it for you | Nōu te rourou

We offer a vibrant and supportive team, flexible work options and a genuine commitment to wellbeing. 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.We also offer :

Ideal candidate for this role

Experienced Social Worker who has worked in Aotearoa in a similar role for a non-governmental organisation (NGO) sector and / or within Oranga Tamariki previously.

Oranga Tamariki—Ministry for Children has a commitment to putting tamariki and rangatahi at the heart of what we do.

We are committed to ensuring that New Zealand is the best place in the world to be a child. We are also committed to ensuring Oranga Tamariki partners with hapū, iwi and Māori organisations to find appropriate solutions for tamariki in need.

We are committed to putting tamariki first, we believe aroha is vital, we respect the mana of people, we are tika and pono , we value whakapapa and we recognise that oranga is a journey.

How to Apply | Me pēhea te tuku tono

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 : Sunday December 15th 2025, however we will be reviewing CV's as we go so get your applications in now as we may close the role early if the right candidate is found

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.

Reference # 39047

Posted on 28 Nov 2025

Closes on 15 Dec : 55

Location(s) Wellington, Lower Hutt, Upper Hutt, Porirua, Paraparaumu, Wellington

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