Support Worker - Fixed Term

MASH Trust; Lower Hutt; On-site; NZD 33,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Fixed-term contract

Daytime hours

Training & development

Health & wellbeing benefits

Free yearly flu vaccination

EAP services

MASH Day

Long-service leave

Job summary

We are seeking a Support Worker at MASH Trust to join our Living Plus team in a full-time, fixed-term role covering parental leave from January 2027 to September 2027. You will help adults with intellectual and physical disabilities participate in daily activities, build life skills and engage with the community.

Hours are Monday to Friday, 8am–4:30pm, totaling 80 hours per fortnight. We provide on-the-job training, including First Aid and De-escalation, with potential to pursue a Health &

Qualifications

• Experience or strong interest in supporting people with disabilities.
• A caring, patient and positive attitude.
• Good communication and listening skills.
• A full driver licence, preferred for community transport.

Responsibilities

• Use your personal interests and talents to introduce new, engaging hobbies.
• Support people in group or one-to-one activities, such as art, cooking and music.
• Help plan and join community outings and events.
• Assist with personal care and daily needs with dignity and respect.
• Build positive relationships with the people we support and their families/whānau.

Job description

At MASH Trust, we support our team members both professionally and personally. When you join us, you’ll benefit from:

• Competitive pay: $24.00–$29.70 per hour, based on your qualifications.
• Fixed-term, full-time work: 80 hours per fortnight, covering parental leave from January 2027 to September 2027.
• Regular daytime hours with no weekend or night shifts.
• A supportive, friendly and inclusive team environment.
• On-the-job training and professional development, including First Aid and De-escalation, with the opportunity to work towards a Health & Wellbeing qualification if you meet the criteria.
• Rewarding mahi: Make a positive difference in the lives of the people you support.
• Wellbeing benefits: A free yearly flu vaccination, access to EAP services, an additional MASH Day and long-service leave starting from five years.

About Us

We run a vibrant, community-focused vocational service in Lower Hutt. We help adults with intellectual and physical disabilities build life skills, make friends and enjoy fun social activities. We value inclusion, respect and community connection.

About the Role

We’re looking for a Support Worker to join our Living Plus team in a full-time, fixed-term position covering parental leave.

Hours of Work:

Monday to Friday, 8am–4:30pm, totalling 80 hours per fortnight. This position runs from January 2027 to September 2027.

Who We Are Looking For

We’re looking for someone who brings warmth, energy and genuine empathy to work every day. You don’t need previous experience—we provide training. You do need a caring attitude and a practical, positive approach to supporting others.

This role is perfect for you if:

• You want to share your passions: Whether you love gardening, music, crafting, sports or cooking, bring your hobbies into our space to inspire and spark new interests in the people we support.
• You are a natural connector: You enjoy chatting, listening and building trust with people from all walks of life.
• You bring positive energy: You’re enthusiastic about joining activities, whether that means leading a creative project or joining a group sing-along.
• You are patient and resilient: You understand that everyone moves at their own pace and can stay calm and supportive when challenges arise.
• You treat others with dignity: You respect people’s independence, choices and personal privacy.

Your Day-to-Day

As a Support Worker in our vocational service, you will help the people we support take part in daily activities, creative projects and local outings.

You will:

• Use your personal interests and talents to introduce new, engaging hobbies.
• Support people in group or one-to-one activities, such as art, cooking and music.
• Help plan and join community outings and events.
• Assist with personal care and daily needs with dignity and respect.
• Build positive relationships with the people we support and their families/whānau.

What We Need From You

• A caring, patient and positive attitude.
• Good communication and listening skills.
• A full driver licence, preferred for community transport.
• Experience or a strong interest in supporting people with disabilities. Previous experience is not essential—we provide full training.

Please note: MASH Trust is not an accredited employer and therefore cannot use the Accredited Employer Work Visa (AEWV) process.