Independent Supporter for Daily Living

Flying Kites; Auckland; Hybrid; NZD 30,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Flying Kites is seeking an independent support worker in Auckland, NZ to join a small team supporting two young adults with autism and intellectual disabilities. You’ll use initiative to identify needs, build genuine connections, and help with everyday tasks such as cooking, gardening, and short outings.

No formal disability experience is required, but a full driver's license and a reliable car are non-negotiable.

Qualifications

• No formal disability experience required; a full licence and reliable car are non-negotiable.
• You should be comfortable reading people and connecting beyond speech.
• You’ll take initiative, be dependable with fixed start times, and want to make a real difference.

Responsibilities

• Support with daily living tasks, cooking breakfast, gardening, and house chores.
• Participate in activities like art class, garden volunteering, meals on wheels, gym, and occasional swimming.
• Engage with the people you support and help build everyday skills in the home and community.
• Care for pets including a cat, a dog, and chickens, as part of the daily routine.

Skills

Initiative

Reliability

Integrity

Practicality

Job description

Flying Kites is seeking an independent support worker in Auckland, NZ to join a small team supporting two young adults with autism and intellectual disabilities. You’ll use initiative to identify needs, build genuine connections, and help with everyday tasks such as cooking, gardening, and short outings.

No formal disability experience is required, but a full driver's license and a reliable car are non-negotiable.