Social Worker Orewa - Fixed Term / Secondment Parental Leave cover

Oranga Tamariki; Auckland; Hybrid; NZD 81,000 - 98,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Supervision and training opportunities

Parental leave cover

Job summary

Oranga Tamariki Orewa site in Auckland seeks a SWRB-registered social worker for a 12-month fixed-term/secondment to cover parental leave beginning early 2027. You will join a supportive team focused on tamariki and rangatahi wellbeing.

Remuneration ranges from $81,206 to $97,557 depending on experience. Current Annual Practising Certificate holders are prioritized. Closes 13 Nov 2026.

Qualifications

• Registration with New Zealand's SWRB and a current Annual Practising Certificate.
• A social worker qualification recognised by the SWRB.
• A full, clean, current NZ driver's licence.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Demonstrated resilience and problem-solving with flexibility.
• Excellent time management and organisational skills.
• Strong PC and Microsoft Office Suite skills; report writing.
• Understanding cross-cultural practices; knowledge of tikanga Māori and Pacific cultures.

Responsibilities

• Work with other social services, agencies and providers to meet the needs of the child or young person and their family.
• Contribute to positive changes in the wellbeing of tamariki and rangatahi.
• Participate in regular supervision and training opportunities.

Skills

SWRB registration

Excellent written and oral comms

NZ driver licence

Time management

Organisational skills

Microsoft Office

Report writing

Cross-cultural understanding

Tikanga Māori knowledge

Pacific cultures knowledge

Education

Social work qualification recognised by SWRB

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Social Worker Orewa - Fixed Term / Secondment Parental Leave cover

• 12 Month Fixed Term / Secondment opportunities to cover parental leave starting in Jan / Feb 2027 available for SWRB registered Social Workers!!
• Role will be based at our Orewa Site, Tāmaki Makaurau
• Regular supervision and training opportunities

Mō te tūnga| About therole

In order to make positive changes in the lives of children and families in our community, we need people like you who have knowledge, experience and are passionate about the wellbeing of children. Join a team with big hearts and a passion for getting things right for its children, young people and community. You can be part of a positive and supportive team and help children and young people be safe, strong and thrive.

In this fast-paced role, you will work with other social services, agencies and providers to ensure the needs of the child or young person and their family are fully met. If you think you have what it takes, and are dedicated to achieving positive change for children, young people and their families in the community, then we want to hear from you.

We have 2x 12 month fixed term / secondment opportunities starting early 2027 to cover parental leave.

Due to the fixed term nature of the contract, applicants that are SWRB Registered with a current Annual Practicing Certificate are highly prioritised.

Key requirements of the role include:

• Registration with New Zealand's Social Work Registration Board (SWRB) and Current Annual Practicing Certificate
• A social worker qualification recognised by the SWRB
• A full, clean, current NZ driver's licence
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Demonstrated resilience, problem solving techniques and flexibility
• Excellent time management and organisational skills
• Strong PC and Microsoft Office Suite skills with excellent report writing skills
• Understanding and appreciation of cross-cultural practices in particular; knowledge of tikanga Māori, and Pacific peoples' culture

Nũu te rourou | What's in it for you

Oranga Tamariki offer an impartial remuneration package ranging from $81,206 to $97,557 depending on experience. We offer a vibrant and supportive team, flexible work options and a genuine commitment to wellbeing.

We offer significant training and professional development so that you can thrive and grow. We welcome diversity and are committed to working in an inclusive and respectful way. This is your opportunity to apply your skills and experience to the wellbeing of tamariki and rangatahi.
To see all the benefits of working for Oranga Tamariki, please visit https://mahi.orangatamariki.govt.nz/working-with-us/employee-benefits/

Oranga Tamariki—Ministry for Children has a commitment to putting tamariki and rangatahi at the heart of what we do.

Our vision is to ensure New Zealand is the best place in the world to be a child. We are also committed to ensuring Oranga Tamariki partners with hapū, iwi and Māori organisations to find appropriate solutions for tamariki in need.

Oranga Tamariki—Ministry for Children has a commitment of puttingtamarikifirst, we believearohais vital, we respect themanaof people, we aretikaandpono, we valuewhakapapaand we recognise thatorangais a journey.

Closes on 13 Nov 2026 23:55

Location(s) North Shore, Auckland