Support Worker, Wānaka - Fixed Term
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Community Care Trust is seeking a caring and reliable Support Worker in Wānaka for a fixed-term period, August 2026 to January 2027, 30-35 hours a week, with predominantly daytime hours and a work vehicle provided. You’ll support people with disabilities to live independently, attend appointments, and build life skills within a friendly team. What matters most is kindness, reliability, strong communication, and the ability to build respectful relationships, plus teamwork, organisation, and a patient, learning mindset. Essential: full NZ Driver Licence, eligibility to work in NZ, First Aid or willingness to obtain, and rostered shift availability. Offer includes up to $30.06/hr, full training, a supportive team, and pre-employment checks. Apply by 20 August 2026 at 5pm.
Support Worker – Independent Living | Kaiāwhina – Independent Living
Wānaka
Fixed Term: August 2026 – January 2027 (30-35 hours per week)
Community Care Trust is looking for a caring and reliable Support Worker to join our Independent Living Team in Wānaka
This fixed-term opportunity is ideal for someone who enjoys supporting others to live independently while working as part of a friendly and supportive team. With predominantly daytime hours and a Community Care Trust vehicle available for work-related travel, you'll have the opportunity to enjoy a great work-life balance.
About the role | He kōrero whakamārama mō tēnei tūranga
You'll support people with disabilities to live independently, achieve their goals, and stay connected with their community. Whether you're helping with daily living, appointments, community activities, or building confidence and life skills, every day is an opportunity to make a genuine difference.
What you'll bring | Ngā pūkenga mō tēnei tūranga
We're looking for someone who:
Is caring, positive, and reliable.
Builds respectful, genuine relationships.
Enjoys working as part of a team.
Has good communication and organisational skills.
Brings patience, empathy, and a willingness to learn.
Previous experience is welcomed but not essential—we provide full training.
Essential requirements | Ngā whakaritenga matua
Full New Zealand Driver Licence.
Eligibility to work in Aotearoa New Zealand.
First Aid Certificate (or willingness to obtain one at our cost).
Availability to work rostered shifts.
What we offer | He aha tā mātou e tuku
Fixed-term employment from August 2026 to January 2027.
Predominantly daytime hours.
A work vehicle available during your shift.
Hourly rate of up to $30.06, depending on qualifications.
Full training and ongoing development.
A welcoming team where you'll feel supported.
Rewarding work that makes a real difference.
Our values of Respect (Whakaute), Reliability (Pono), Transparency (Puataata), and Responsiveness (Whakautu) guide everything we do.
Working in partnership to enable great lives – Mā te mahi tahi kia pai ai te oranga.
Community Care Trust is committed to safeguarding the people we support. Successful applicants will be required to complete satisfactory reference checks, police vetting, and all other relevant pre-employment screening before commencing employment.
Applications close Thursday 20th August 2026 at 5.00pm.