Support Worker

At NZCL, we are dedicated to support people with disabilities in New Zealand. Our Disability Support Services reflect our belief that all people deserve to live fully, have equal opportunities and achieve their ambitions.

You will be part of a team who will provide a safe environment where people can develop confidence and new skills, build friendships with peers and interact with others in the community. Our teams are our greatest asset and we are committed to employing and training the best people.

We are looking for energetic and motivated Support Workers to help the people we support in Nelson residential services.

What does a Support Worker do? - He aha te mahi a te Kaimahi Tautoko?

This is a busy and diverse role, supporting people with various aspects of daily life and helping them to do the things they want to do such as going swimming, personal cares, support with meals, household management tasks and teaching life skills - the list is endless!

Support Workers are part of a team who work shifts or specific rosters providing 24/7 support, with the potential for additional sleepover payments included in some rosters.

What do you get? - He aha te whiwhi?

• Earn competitive pay rates between $27.48 up to $29.68 per hour
• PB Tech discount when shopping online
• Discounted 2Degrees phone and broadband plans
• Discounted Southern Cross Health Insurance
• Discounted Samsung products
• Earn while you learn with free training towards NZQA Health and Wellbeing
• Employee Assistance programme service anytime you need health and wellbeing support

Who are we looking for? - Ko wai ta tatou e rapu ana?

• People who are passionate about helping others, are kind and understanding
• Availability of 30 hours a week, rostered Monday to Sunday
• Previous experience in a healthcare setting preferred, including experience with disabilities and challenging behaviours
• Must have a minimum qualification of Health and Wellbeing Level 4 or equivalent
• Full driver's licence is essential
• Somebody who has the initiative to push people for their goals, is energetic, outgoing and can think outside the box
• You need to be respectful of others thinking and their way of living life that may be different to your own
• Flexibility to work overnight shifts across a roster, including weekends

Empathy, respect and cultural awareness are important in this role as the people we support come from diverse backgrounds with varying needs and interests.

If you are passionate about supporting people, then maybe there is a role for you here. Send your request to NZCL.

Mena he tangata ngakaunui ana koe ki te tautoko i nga momo tangata, tena pea, kei konei he turanga mou. Tukua mai to tono ki NZCL.

Please bear in mind all applicants must be residents/citizens or have a valid NZ work permit.

Applications close - Te katinga o tenei whai turanga

Monday, 5 January 2026 at 5.00pm

Only suitable candidates will be contacted for interview and applications will be reviewed as they are received, therefore the role may close early if the right applicant is found.

To read a copy of our job description and apply, visit our website by pressing the 'apply now' button.