Senior Support Staff – Full Time (Wigram)

• Full-time 80 hours per fortnight
• Consistent hours and regular Friday & Sat off
• Opportunity for growth and development

About the Role

We're looking for a compassionate and enthusiastic Senior Support Staff member to join our residential team in Wigram, supporting people with learning disabilities to live fulfilling, independent lives in a safe, warm, and home-like environment.

This is a relationship-based role where you'll have the time to truly get to know the people you support. Your day will include a mix of practical assistance and meaningful connection, such as:

• Supporting daily routines (shopping, meal preparation, household tasks)
• Providing personal care respectfully and safely
• Supporting community activities and outings
• Encouraging independence, choice, and wellbeing
• Provide support, encouragement and guidance to other support staff

If you're experienced in disability support and building a long-term career in the sector, we'd love to hear from you.

About You

Ideally, you'll have a NZ Certificate in Health & Wellbeing (Level 3 or above) or equivalent.

You'll also bring:

• A positive, respectful attitude toward supporting people with learning disabilities
• Experience providing disability support
• A full New Zealand driver's licence (essential)
• Eagerness to continue learning and developing as a Support Staff member
• Good written and verbal communication skills
• Reliability and a genuine interest in people-centred care

What We Offer

At Hawksbury, we invest in our people and support you to grow:

• Learning and develop opportunities to continue building on your existing skills and knowledge.
• Paid training time, including:
• First Aid
• Safe Manual Handling
• Falls Prevention
• Dysphagia
• Free Employee Assistance Programme – counselling, financial advice, career planning
• Staff discounts at 40+ locations
• A supportive team culture with strong leadership and clinical backup

Important Visa Information

Although Hawksbury is accredited to employ staff on an Accredited Employer Work Visa (AEWV), we do not have a Job Check for this role and are therefore unable to support visa applications for this position.

Why Join Hawksbury?

At Hawksbury Community Living Trust, we provide high-quality residential support for people with learning disabilities. We are committed to person-centred care, inclusion, and community connection.

You'll be joining a supportive, values-driven organisation where your work truly matters.

Apply Now

If you're ready to build a meaningful career in disability support, aged care, or community services, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply now with your CV – applications are reviewed as they are received.