Support Workers - Kaimahi Tautoko - Oamaru

Community Care Trust; Oamaru; On-site; NZD 34,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pay rates from $24.74 to $30.06 per hr

Full training and ongoing development

Friendly, supportive team

Permanent rostered shifts

Staff discounts

Free Employee Assistance Programme (EA

Job summary

Community Care Trust is seeking caring Support Workers for Oamaru to help people live the life they choose. You’ll work with individuals to build skills, confidence and social connections in a welcoming team.

This role offers full training, a supportive environment, and a fixed roster with weekend shifts. Preference given to those with a First Aid certificate and a NZ driver’s licence; legal right to work in NZ required.

Qualifications

• Full, current NZ driver’s licence is required.
• Good communication skills and a positive, adaptable attitude.
• Willingness to complete First Aid training at our cost.
• Legal right to work in New Zealand.
• Experience is an advantage, but values and willingness to learn matter most.

Responsibilities

• Help individuals build confidence and develop everyday skills.
• Assist clients to achieve personal goals and strengthen community connections.
• Support people to live life their way and encourage independence.
• Build genuine relationships with clients and team members.
• Work within a friendly, inclusive team with 24/7 services and fixed rosters.

Skills

Communication skills

Patience

Reliability

Willingness to learn

Education

First Aid Certificate

NZ Driver Licence

Job description

Support Workers | Kaimahi Tautoko, Oamaru

Full-time, Part-time & Casual Opportunities

Join a friendly, supportive team and make a real difference in your community.

Are you someone who enjoys working with people, has a positive outlook and believes everyone deserves the opportunity to live a great life?

Community Care Trust Aotearoa is looking for caring, reliable and enthusiastic Support Workers to join our Oamaru team.

Whether you have experience in disability support or are looking for a rewarding career change, we'd love to hear from you!

About the role | Mō te tūranga

You’ll work alongside people to help them build confidence, develop everyday skills, achieve personal goals and strengthen their connections within the community.

No two days are quite the same. What matters most is your ability to build genuine relationships, encourage independence and support people to live life their way.

You’ll be joining a welcoming, inclusive team where everyone works together and supports one another.

Our services operate 24/7, with fixed rosters that generally provide two consecutive days off each week. Flexibility and availability to work at least one weekend shift are essential.

What we offer | Ngā painga

• Pay rates from $24.74 to $30.06 per hour, depending on relevant qualifications.
• Full training and ongoing professional development.
• A friendly, supportive and inclusive team.
• Permanent rostered shifts.
• Staff discounts at a range of major retailers.
• Free Employee Assistance Programme (EAP).

About you | Mōu

We're looking for someone who brings warmth, patience, reliability and a genuine interest in people.

You’ll also need:

• A full, current NZ driver's licence.
• Good communication skills and a positive, adaptable attitude.
• A willingness to support people with their individual needs and goals.
• A current First Aid Certificate, or willingness to complete training at our cost.
• The legal right to work in New Zealand.

Experience is an advantage, but your values, attitude and willingness to learn are just as important.

About us | Mō mātou

At Community Care Trust Aotearoa, our vision is a world that truly values and celebrates diversity.

We work alongside disabled people, tamariki and rangatahi across Te Waipounamu, supporting people to live the lives they choose.

Our work is guided by our values of Respect (Whakaute), Reliability (Pono), Transparency (Puataata) and Responsiveness (Whakautu).

Our organisation has a strong commitment to safeguarding children and vulnerable adults. All employees will be vetted to a level appropriate to the role.

Applications close Monday 16 November 2026 at 5pm.

We will review applications and arrange interviews as they are received, and an appointment may be made before the closing date.