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Residential Support Worker

Residential Support Worker

Te Whare Ngakau TrustChristchurch, Canterbury, New Zealand
2 days ago
Job description

Location : Canterbury | Hours : 30 hours / week | Roster : 24 / 7, including weekends, AM, PM, and awake night shifts.

Salary : $23.50 – $28.59 per hour (based on qualifications).

Make a difference where it truly matters. Te Whare Ngakau Trust is a not-for-profit organization providing support to adults with intellectual disabilities. We offer 24 / 7 services.

We’re looking for compassionate, reliable, and motivated people who are passionate about helping others to live meaningful, independent lives.

About the Role

  • Promote self-advocacy, independence, participation, and choice .
  • Support people to achieve their goals and connect with family, friends, and community.
  • Assist with daily personal needs and household activities.
  • Encourage inclusion and uphold dignity and respect in all interactions.

What You’ll Bring

  • Full, clean, and current NZ driver’s licence.
  • Flexibility to work AM, PM, and awake night shifts.
  • Experience or knowledge of intellectual disability and / or autism (advantageous but not essential).
  • NZ Certificate in Health & Wellbeing (Level 3 or higher) — or willingness to complete.
  • Understanding of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and its relevance to supporting Māori.
  • Eligibility to work in New Zealand.
  • Fully vaccinated and boosted against COVID-19.
  • Police Check required.

    • Why Join Us?

    At Te Whare Ngakau Trust, we live our values of manaakitanga, whanaungatanga, and respect . You’ll be part of a supportive whānau environment where your mahi makes a real impact every day — and where your growth and wellbeing are valued. Come and be part of a team that leads with heart.

    About Te Whare Ngakau Trust

    Te Whare Ngakau Trust is a community-based, not-for-profit organization committed to supporting adults with intellectual disabilities to live self-directed, fulfilling lives. Our approach is guided by compassion, inclusion, and the belief that everyone deserves the opportunity to participate fully in their community. We are proud to work alongside people, their whānau, and the wider community to create positive, lasting change.

    Application Questions

  • Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in New Zealand?
  • How many years’ experience do you have as a Residential Support Worker?
  • Do you have a current New Zealand driver’s licence?
  • Do you have a current Police Check (Criminal Record Check) for employment?

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