First Aid Instructor

New Zealand Red Cross; Auckland; On-site; NZD 61,000 - 75,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Five weeks annual leave

KiwiSaver contributions discount

Job summary

New Zealand Red Cross in Auckland is seeking a part-time First Aid Instructor to deliver high-quality first aid courses across the South Auckland region. Base salary is pro-rated for 25 hours per week, with a total remuneration around $68k full-time equivalent and KiwiSaver contributions.

You will teach across Otahuhu to Bombay Hills, support learners, and meet NZRC standards. Weekend and rostered shifts are included, with travel between locations as required.

Qualifications

• Experience in training/teaching first aid preferred.
• Full clean NZ Driver’s License required.
• Ability to demonstrate first aid techniques physically.
• Willingness to travel within the South Auckland region and work weekends.

Responsibilities

• Teach first aid to the public in engaging, effective courses.
• Deliver high-quality NZRC first aid programmes across South Auckland.
• Facilitate courses across Otahuhu to Bombay Hills with potential travel.
• Ensure learners receive support and that sessions meet NZRC standards.

Skills

Emergency care background

Teaching experience

Driver's license

Communication skills

Job description

Job Category: Education, Childcare & Training,Health, Medical & Pharmaceutical

First Aid Instructor

Permanent, Part-time

25 hours per week/50 hours per fortnight

NZRC offers a starting total remuneration of circa $68k (full time equivalent) with progression of remuneration based on attaining relevant qualifications. This remuneration will then be pro-rated to 25 hours per week.

Our remuneration comprises of base salary as well as employer contribution to KiwiSaver. While remuneration rates are set to reflect that we are a humanitarian not for profit organisation, we believe our employee leave provision and inclusive culture, provide a highly rewarding work experience.

Based in Manukau, South Auckland as a First Aid Instructor, you’ll report to a First Aid Training Team Leader and play a key role in delivering high-quality New Zealand Red Cross (NZRC) first aid courses and other approved training programmes across the South Auckland region. You’ll facilitate engaging, effective courses that meet NZRC standards, policies, and guidelines, ensuring every learner receives the support they need to succeed.

This role requires someone who is able to facilitate training courses across locations from Otahuhu to Bombay Hills. Some travel may be required outside of the region.

The successful candidate will need to be available for rostered shifts across a 7-day period, including weekends.

In this role, we are looking for someone who has the capability to:

• Teach first aid to the public in a way that promotes calmness, confidence, and competence during emergency situations.
• Strengthen individuals’ ability to recognise and respond appropriately to real medical emergencies through practical, hands-on training.
• Have fun sharing knowledge with people using Red Cross’s nationally recognised First Aid programme.
• Enjoy interacting with classrooms of people and receiving the positive feedback that comes from people as they learn new, life-saving skills.

We encourage you to apply for this role if you have (at least some of) these competencies:

• A background in Emergency Care Services or related Health field is an advantage
• Experience in a teaching environment preferred
• Full clean NZ Driver’s License is required
• Physical capability to safely demonstrate first aid techniques, including lifting, kneeling, and moving through a full range of motion as required for effective teaching.
• The confidence to interact with a cross-section of the public.
• Passion for teaching and promoting safety within the community.
• Willingness to learn and grow in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to work unsupervised.
• Ability to be available to work weekends and evenings when required.

About New Zealand Red Cross

New Zealand Red Cross is part of the world's largest humanitarian network, with over 13,000 members and employees dedicated to improving the lives of vulnerable people by mobilising the power of humanity and increasing community resilience.

Guided by our Fundamental Principles of humanity, impartiality, neutrality, independence, voluntary service, unity and universality, we support people in times of need and help strengthen their resilience.

We are committed to having an accessible, diverse, inclusive, and barrier-free work environment where everyone can reach their full potential. We encourage all qualified persons who share our values and want to contribute to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace to apply.

Why work with us?

At New Zealand Red Cross, you’ll join a passionate and diverse team that values your contributions and shares your commitment to making a difference.

We are committed to represent the communities we serve, increasing diversity throughout our people and leadership, and creating a flexible and healthy work environment. Many roles offer flexible virtual/hybrid options to help our employees balance their personal and professional priorities.

Our benefits include:

• Five weeks annual leave
• Discounts on Southern Cross health insurance

We also encourage employee networks, including Takatāpui and Rainbow Network, Rōpū Hāpai Māori and the Sustainability Network, to foster connection and collaboration across our diverse workforce.

You must have the right to live and work in New Zealand to be considered for this job. Applications close at 05:00 pm on 03/11/2026