Kaiawhina Disability Support — Empower Everyday Living

Te Roopu Taurima; Ōtara-Papatoetoe; On-site; NZD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career progression

Supportive team culture

Life insurance cover

Staff discounts via benefits app

Wellbeing support (EAP)

Job summary

Te Roopu Taurima in Papatoetoe, Auckland, invites applications for a Kaiawhina (Support Worker) to assist tāngata across a range of needs within our whare, with a focus on dignity, independence and respect guided by tikanga Māori.

You will work alongside your Kaitaataki and the broader team to provide personalised, hands-on support that enables choice and community participation, while maintaining a safe, welcoming environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in disability support, mental health, or life skills support with a calm, caring and respectful approach.
• Willingness to learn kaupapa Māori values and practices.
• Strong communication skills and ability to work collaboratively within a team.
• Flexible and reliable, with availability to work rostered shifts including evenings, weekends, and public holidays.
• Full NZ driver’s licence and reliable transport.
• Desirable NZ Certificate in Health & Wellbeing.

Responsibilities

• Uphold tikanga Māori values in all aspects of whare life.
• Support tāngata with personal cares, meals, hygiene, daily routines and medication (training provided).
• Help individuals build independence, life skills, and connections with whānau and community.
• Maintain a safe, clean, welcoming whare environment.
• Collaborate with Kaitaataki and team; participate in team hui and handovers.

Skills

Disability support experience

Team collaboration

Communication skills

Flexibility

Driver's license

Education

NZ Certificate in Health & Wellbeing

Job description

Te Roopu Taurima in Papatoetoe, Auckland, invites applications for a Kaiawhina (Support Worker) to assist tāngata across a range of needs within our whare, with a focus on dignity, independence and respect guided by tikanga Māori.

You will work alongside your Kaitaataki and the broader team to provide personalised, hands-on support that enables choice and community participation, while maintaining a safe, welcoming environment.