Support Worker – Fixed Term, Part Time

MASH Trust; Manawatū-Whanganui; On-site; NZD 35,000 - 46,000; Part time

Job summary

MASH Trust is seeking a dedicated Support Worker for a fixed-term, part-time position from November 2026 to November 2027, based in Horowhenua, New Zealand. You will help individuals maintain a high quality of life and home environment while promoting active community participation.

The role requires a full NZ driver licence, reliability, flexibility, and a compassionate, person-centred approach to care as part of a supportive team across two Horowhenua homes.

Qualifications

• A passion for supporting people to live fulfilling lives.
• Empathy and a person-centred approach.
• The ability to work well as part of a team.
• Practical skills and confidence supporting people with personal cares.
• A full New Zealand driver licence.
• Reliability and flexibility.

Responsibilities

• Support others to maintain a high quality of life and home environment, while encouraging full participation within their community.

Skills

Empathy

Team player

Person-centred approach

Practical care skills

Reliable and flexible

NZ driver license

Job description

MASH Trust are a leading provider of disability, mental health, and addiction services. We have services throughout the lower North Island with over 600 staff and volunteers. We work as one team, empowering each other to promote community inclusion and self-determination for those we walk alongside.

What can we offer you?

• A supportive working environment
• Ongoing training and development
• Rewarding work where you can make a positive difference

The Position

We are looking for a Support Worker to join our team in Horowhenua on a fixed-term, part-time basis from November 2026 to November 2027, covering a period of maternity leave.

As a Support Worker, you will be supporting others to maintain a high quality of life and home environment, while encouraging full participation within their community.

This position is for 61.5 hours per fortnight, working across two homes in the Horowhenua area.

Hours of work:

Week 1

• Monday: 4:00pm – 10:00pm
• Tuesday: 7:00am – 4:00pm
• Saturday: 7:00am – 4:00pm
• Sunday: 7:00am – 4:00pm

Week 2

• Monday: 8:00am – 5:00pm
• Thursday: 7:00am – 4:00pm
• Friday: 8:00am – 5:00pm

We’re looking for People With:

• A passion for supporting people to live fulfilling lives
• Empathy and a person-centred approach
• The ability to work well as part of a team
• Practical skills and confidence supporting people with personal cares
• A full New Zealand driver licence
• Reliability and flexibility

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