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Support Worker

Dunedin, New ZealandFull-timePermanentPosted 27 October 2026
Visa sponsorshipOnshore applicants only

The opportunity

Read as a recruiter, this brief from a trust near Dunedin is a search for dependable, adaptable and genuinely person-centred Support Workers. The role sits in a full-time Permanent Relief Team, 40 hours a week, providing residential support to people with learning disabilities.

Relief staff move between days, afternoons, evenings, awake night shifts, split shifts and weekends, so availability matters as much as experience. The work blends personal care with practical help such as shopping and cooking, outings into the community and careful record keeping, all aimed at independent, fulfilling lives in a safe, home-like environment.

The trust is an accredited employer prepared to support AEWV sponsorship for appropriately experienced and qualified candidates, with the role approved at skill level 4. It is listed for candidates already in New Zealand with work rights.

To stand out, tailor your CV to those duties: give concrete examples of personal care, support plans you have followed and records you have kept, and put your licence and any local caregiving experience near the top. Tailor a standout CV for this support role with Build AI CV.

Key responsibilities

  • Support people through their daily routines
  • Go shopping and prepare meals alongside the people you support
  • Help with household tasks
  • Deliver respectful, safe personal care
  • Take part in community activities and outings
  • Encourage independence, choice and wellbeing
  • Work to support plans and keep records accurate

Requirements and eligibility

  • A respectful, person-centred attitude to supporting people with learning disabilities, plus good common sense
  • Ability to work independently, with strong communication and interpersonal skills
  • Good computer skills
  • Experience as a Support Worker / Caregiver / Healthcare Assistant in NZ, or a Certificate in Health & Wellbeing (Level 2 or higher)
  • Availability for weekends and varied shifts
  • A full New Zealand driver's licence (essential) and the right to work in New Zealand

How to apply

To apply for this position:

  • Send your CV to our team by email: Apply by email.
  • Make sure your CV includes all relevant professional information.
  • Subject line: mention the position you are applying for (Support Worker).
  • Include at least two professional work references on your CV.
  • Attach copies of your skills assessment and trade certificates if available.
  • Attach a clear copy of your passport.
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