Empowering Kaiawhina: Disability Support & Tikanga Māori

Te Roopu Taurima; Hamilton; On-site; NZD 34,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career progression

NZQA qualification support

Life and trauma insurance

Staff discounts via benefits app

Wellbeing support

Job summary

Te Roopu Taurima in Hamilton seeks experienced Kaiawhina to support tāngata with intellectual disabilities and complex needs in homes and community settings. You will help build skills, independence and meaningful participation, guided by tikanga Māori and a supportive team.

Working across Whare Manawanui Nawton and Whare Tiaki Mai Hillcrest, you’ll provide person-centred care, promote whanau connections, and contribute to a safe, welcoming environment while following a rotating roster that

Qualifications

• Experience in disability support, mental health, or life skills support.
• Willingness to learn about kaupapa Māori values and practices.
• Strong communication and ability to work collaboratively in a team.
• Flexible with rostered shifts including evenings, weekends, and public holidays.
• Full NZ driver’s licence and reliable transport.
• NZQA qualification desirable.

Responsibilities

• Uphold tikanga Māori values in whare life and daily routines.
• Provide personal cares, cooking, hygiene, daily routines and medication support.
• Collaborate with tāngata to build independence and community connections.
• Maintain a safe, clean, and welcoming whare environment.
• Participate in team hui, handovers and ongoing learning with Kaitaataki.

Skills

Disability support

Mental health support

Life skills support

Teamwork

Communication

Education

New Zealand Certificate in Health & Wellbeing

Job description

Te Roopu Taurima in Hamilton seeks experienced Kaiawhina to support tāngata with intellectual disabilities and complex needs in homes and community settings. You will help build skills, independence and meaningful participation, guided by tikanga Māori and a supportive team.

Working across Whare Manawanui Nawton and Whare Tiaki Mai Hillcrest, you’ll provide person-centred care, promote whanau connections, and contribute to a safe, welcoming environment while following a rotating roster that