Tamariki Care & Protection Supervisor

Oranga Tamariki—Ministry for Children; Masterton District; On-site; NZD 104,000 - 126,000; Full time

Job summary

Oranga Tamariki—Ministry for Children in Masterton seeks a qualified Supervisor to lead a team of social workers. You’ll support tamariki, rangatahi and whānau with culturally informed practice and work across partners to ensure safety and positive outcomes.

This permanent, full-time role offers a competitiveNZD salary and requires SWRB registration, strong leadership, and the ability to manage complex cases while fostering staff wellbeing and professional development.

Qualifications

• Leadership and supervision of social workers or initiatives to improve practice.
• Cultural awareness with understanding of Tikanga Māori principles.
• Full SWRB registration and a recognised social worker qualification.
• A valid driver's licence and ability to travel if required.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support a team of social workers in a fast-paced, client-focused environment.
• Engage with tamariki, rangatahi and whānau to support positive changes.
• Coordinate with community partners and maintain safety assessments.
• Provide ongoing supervision and guidance to staff to ensure high-quality practice.
• Advocate for tamariki to ensure access to resources and support.

Skills

Leadership

Mentoring

Supervisory ability

Verbal communication

Cross-cultural awareness

Resilience

Ability to juggle scenarios

Relationship building

Education

SWRB-registered social worker qualification

Full SWRB registration recognised

Driver's licence

Job description

Oranga Tamariki—Ministry for Children in Masterton seeks a qualified Supervisor to lead a team of social workers. You’ll support tamariki, rangatahi and whānau with culturally informed practice and work across partners to ensure safety and positive outcomes.

This permanent, full-time role offers a competitiveNZD salary and requires SWRB registration, strong leadership, and the ability to manage complex cases while fostering staff wellbeing and professional development.