Supervisor Care and Protection - Ashburton

Oranga Tamariki—Ministry for Children; Ashburton; On-site; NZD 111,000 - 134,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Training & development

Flexible work options

Job summary

Oranga Tamariki - Ministry for Children in Ashburton is seeking an experienced Supervisor to lead, support and supervise a team of social workers across multiple areas. The role involves collaboration with Iwi, government and non-government partners, and travel around the region.

You will identify professional development needs, manage workflow and ensure timely, quality decisions in line with our Practice Framework.

Qualifications

• Full, clean driver’s licence required.
• Registration with NZ Social Work Registration Board (SWRB) and Annual Practising Certificate.
• Social work qualification recognised by SWRB.
• Previous people management or mentoring experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead, support and supervise a team of social workers across multiple areas.
• Collaborate with Iwi and other government and non-government organisations.
• Travel around the region as required to support tamariki and whānau.
• Identify team development needs and ensure capability growth and practice depth.
• Manage workflow and ensure timely, appropriate decisions in line with standards.

Skills

Driver's license

SWRB registration

Social work qualification

People management

Team leadership

Relationship building

Time management

Practice framework knowledge

Cross-cultural awareness

Education

Social work qualification recognised by SWRB

Job description

• Permanent Full time position
• Located in Ashburton
• We're offering a competitive salary starting from, $111,020 - $133,696

This role will be located at our Ashburton site. At this site we are working with tamariki and whānau to make positive changes in our community. This position will also be working with children that offend. We need people who have knowledge, experience and who are deeply passionate about whānau wellbeing.

Mō te tūnga | About the role

As part of this role you will need to lead, support and supervise a team of social workers working across these areas. There will be times when you will also be part of varying projects that occur within Regional Office. This team also works closely with Iwi and other government and non-government organisations, supporting our tamariki and whanau. The ability to build and maintain positive relationships across this area is of high importance. It is imperative that you are able to travel around the region as and when required.

The role requires you to identify the professional development needs of your team and ensure they are supported to grow their capability and practice depth. Manage workflow and ensure that the right decisions are made in a timely manner.

Everything you do needs to reflect the values of Oranga Tamariki, and assure professional practice is aligned with our Practice Framework, Principles and Standards. Partner and collaborate with peer supervisors across the region, including the wider leadership team and understanding the importance of your role in the wider operational setting.

Ngā pūmanawatanga ōu | What you will bring

Ideal candidate for this role is an experienced Supervisor who is working as such in Oranga Tamariki as a Supervisor (or who has recently been a Supervisor with Oranga Tamariki).

• A full, clean, valid driver's licence
• Full registration with New Zealand's Social Work Registration Board (SWRB) and a current Annual Practicing Certificate
• A social worker qualification recognised by the SWRB
• Previous people management and/or mentoring experience is essential
• An ability to build and lead an effective team and be a team player
• A proactive approach that places the needs of tamariki front and centre in all decisions and actions.
• Excellent time management skills and ability to manage competing demands
• Knowledge of the principals and purposes of the Oranga Tamariki Act 1989
• Understanding and appreciation of cross-cultural practices in particular; knowledge of tikanga Māori, and Pacific peoples' culture.

Mō mātou | About us

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 putting tamariki first, we believe aroha is vital, we respect the mana of people, we are tika and pono, we value whakapapa and we recognise that oranga is a journey.

Nōu te rourou | What's in it for you

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.

Applications close 25th October 2026 however may be closed earlier due to application numbers

If you are interested in any of our vacancies, please ensure that you make yourself familiar with our code of conduct as it sets out our expectations for our kaimahi and requires you to present at work free from the influences of both drugs and alcohol.