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.
