Support Worker - Nelson (Leave cover)

HealthcareNZ Limited; Nelson; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in Nelson is seeking Support Workers to assist individuals with daily tasks, promote independence and ensure a supportive environment. Candidates should be kind, energetic, and flexible, with a passion for helping others. Experience in healthcare is preferred, along with a full driver's license. The position offers competitive pay rates and various shifts.

Benefits

Competitive pay rates

Free training towards NZQA Health & Wellbeing

Employee Assistance program

'Refer a friend' Bonus

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a healthcare setting preferred, especially with disabilities and challenging behaviors.
• Full driver's license is essential.
• Ability to work overnight shifts including weekends.

Responsibilities

• Support people with daily tasks such as personal care and meal preparation.
• Encourage individuals to participate in activities they enjoy.
• Provide 24/7 support while working in shifts.

Skills

Empathy

Flexibility

Communication

Problem-solving

Job description

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Support Worker - Nelson (Leave cover), Nelson

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Location:

Nelson, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Job Reference:

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Posted:

10.08.2025

Expiry Date:

24.09.2025

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Job Description:

At NZCL, we are dedicated to support people with disabilities in New Zealand. Our Disability Support Services reflect our belief that all people deserve to live fully, have equal opportunities, and achieve their ambitions.

You will be part of a team who will provide a safe environment where people can develop confidence and new skills, build friendships with peers and interact with others in the community. Our teams are our greatest asset and we are committed to employing and training the best people. NZCL is looking for energetic and motivated people to support people in their own home.

We are looking for permanent full time Support Workers to provide leave coverfor our Nelson Residential Services.

What does a Support Worker do?|He aha te mahi a te Kaimahi Tautoko

This is a busy and diverse role, supporting people with various aspects of daily life and to do the things they want to do such as going swimming, personal cares, support with meals, household management tasks and teaching life skills. - The list is endless! Support Workers are part of a team who work shifts or specific rosters providing 24/7 support with the potential of additional sleepover payments included in some rosters.

What do you get? | He aha te whiwhi

• Earn competitive pay rates between $23.50 up to $29.10 per hour
• Variety of shifts
• Earn while you learn with free training towards NZQA Health & Wellbeing
• Employee Assistance program service anytime you need health and wellbeing support
• 'Refer a friend' Bonus.

Who are we looking for?|Ko wai ta tatou e rapu ana

• People who are passionate about helping others, are kind and understanding
• Previous experience in a healthcare setting preferred, including experience with disabilities and challenges behaviours.
• Full driver's license is essential.
• Somebody who has the initiative to push people for their goals, is energetic, outgoing, and can think outside the box. You need to be respectful of others thinking, and their way of living life that may be different to your own.
• Flexibility to work overnight shifts across a roster, including weekends.

Empathy, respect, and cultural awareness is important in this role as the people we support come from diverse backgrounds with varying needs and interests.

If you are passionate about supporting people, then maybe there is a role for you here. Send your request to NZCL.

Please bear in mind all applicants must be a NZ Resident/Citizen or have a valid NZ work permit.