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Practice Leader - Papakura Care & Protection

Practice Leader - Papakura Care & Protection

Ministry for Vulnerable Children, Oranga TamarikiPapakura, Auckland, New Zealand
4 hours ago
Job description

Practice Leader - Papakura Care & Protection

  • Competitive salary starting from $104,817 to $129,801, depending on experience

Are you an inspirational leader who is passionate about improving the outcomes for tamariki, rangatahi and whānau? We have an exciting opportunity available to lead practice at our Papakura site.

Mō te tšunga | About the role

Our team are motivated and committed to working with mokopuna and building wider relationships that assist the site achieving better results for whānau.

The Practice Leader role will be operating in a way that ensures all practice expectations and standards are maintained by our Social Worker staff and include partnering colleagues where appropriate.

We are continually looking for innovative ways to shape our practice and provide opportunities for growth and learning. We are looking for a practice extraordinaire to champion social work practice across the site. You will coach, develop, mentor and supervise social work staff to help our tamariki, rangatahi and whānau.

Key requirements of the role include :

  • Full registration with New Zealand's Social Work Registration Board (SWRB)
  • A social worker qualification recognised by the SWRB
  • A full, clean, current driver's licence
  • Expert experience in managing complex practice and casework
  • The ability to work collaboratively with peers and stakeholders
  • Sound knowledge of relevant legislation and experience of what Oranga Tamariki does and how we work
  • Resilience, initiative and a proactive approach
  • Empathy, patience and ability to see past what someone may be struggling with
  • Sound judgement, time management and organisational skills
  • The ability to manage risk and make tough decisions
  • Cultural awareness and confidence to back yourself
  • Understanding and appreciation of cross-cultural practices in particular; knowledge of tikanga Māori, and Pacific peoples' culture
  • Nōš te rourou | What's in it for you

    We offer a vibrant and supportive team, flexible work options and a genuine commitment to wellbeing. We offer significant training and professional development so that you can thrive and grow.

  • A team who enjoy working hard and having fun
  • Support to achieve your goals through tailored training and career development opportunities
  • Reimbursement for your annual practicing fee
  • Access to a generous Southern Cross health plan and banking package with Westpac
  • Rewarding and challenging work that truly makes a difference to the community
  • Opportunities to work alongside various cultural groups, build your network and strengthen community relationships
  • Me pēhea te tuku tono | How to Apply

    Please note this role is only open to internal applicants, please apply using your Oranga Tamariki email login. If you have any questions about role, or would like to review the position description please

    Hurry as applications for this role close on 21 November 2025

    Reference # 38673

    Posted on 06 Nov 2025

    Closes on 21 Nov : 55

    Location(s) South Auckland

    Expertise Social Work, Care Services, Management, Other, Services for children and families, Youth Justice

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