Disability Support Worker

Te Roopu Taurima is the largest kaupapa Māori disability support provider supporting tāngata of all ethnicities with intellectual and physical impairments. Guided by tikanga Māori, we uphold the mana and unique identity of every individual we support, creating culturally safe, inclusive, and empowering environments for tāngata to live their best lives.

We’re looking for a Kaiawhina (Support Worker) to support tāngata across a range of needs within our whare, with a focus on dignity, independence, and respect, while upholding tikanga Māori in every aspect of whare life.

Location: Hamilton, Waikato

Hours of work: rotating roster, 40 hours per week

Pay rate: Subject to completed recognised care and support worker qualifications

Note: Work visa support is not available for this role.

About the role

As a Kaiawhina, you will be based in one of our whare, supporting tāngata with a range of support needs, from supporting independence through to more intensive daily support. Working alongside your Kaitaataki and wider team, you will provide personalised, hands-on support that enables choice, independence, and participation in community life, guided by tikanga Māori.

Duties include

• Ensuring tikanga Māori values are upheld in every aspect of whare life
• Supporting tāngata with personal cares, meals, hygiene, daily routines, and medication support (with training)
• Working alongside tāngata to build independence, confidence, life skills, and connections with whānau, culture, and community
• Maintaining a safe, clean, and welcoming whare environment
Working closely with your Kaitaataki and team, including participating in team hui, handovers, and ongoing learning

Skills and experience

• Experience in mental health or disability support, along with a calm, caring and respectful approach to supporting others
• Good communication skills and the ability to work well in a team
• Willingness to learn about kaupapa Māori values and practices
• Flexibility to work rostered shifts, including evenings, weekends and public holidays
• Full NZ driver’s licence and reliable transport
A New Zealand Certificate in Health & Wellbeing is desirable

What we offer

• Career progression and assistance with NZQA qualifications
• Comprehensive wellbeing support through our EAP provider, including counselling, health coaching, financial and legal guidance, and Rongoā Māori services
• Long service leave
• Free life and trauma insurance cover
• Staff discounts across 50+ well-known NZ brands via our benefits app
• A values-based, inclusive workplace where your mahi matters
Regular team events

Apply now, we’d love to hear from you!

At Te Roopu Taurima, we are committed to equity, inclusion and diversity across our workforce. We provide fair employment opportunities, support career development, and maintain a safe and healthy environment for all kaimahi. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and experiences, and value the contribution each person brings to our kaupapa and the tāngata we support.

Rangatiratanga mō tātou kātoa i runga i ngā tikanga o tēnā o tēnā o tēnā

Ensuring empowerment and self-determination regardless of disability, age, gender, race, or status