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New Plymouth · Taranaki

Residential support worker

FeaturedFull timePosted 27/10/2026 · Closes 26/11/2026

Pay

Base hourly rate
$28.75 – $31.00/hr

Annual holidays provided through the employment arrangement. The hiring business is responsible for the employment agreement, pay and leave.

About the role

We're hiring two disability support workers for a supported-living home in Westown, New Plymouth. Full training is provided, including the Level 2 certificate for those who need it. The roster is 2pm to 10pm, seven days, on a rotating roster. A full 38-hour week. You'll earn $28.75 to $31.00 an hour. Annual leave and public holidays apply. You'll need a genuine respect for people's choices, patience and reliability. First aid certificate is essential. You'll need to be legally entitled to work in New Zealand and able to pass a pre-employment check. Close to public transport. Free on-site parking. Keen? Apply today and we'll be in touch within a couple of days.

Duties

  • Support people with disabilities to live well in their home and community
  • Help with personal care, meals and household routines
  • Follow individual support plans and record progress
  • Support community outings, appointments and activities

Required skills and experience

  • At least 12 months relevant experience
  • • First aid
  • • Customer service
  • • Personal care
  • • Time management

Essential licences or qualifications

  • First Aid certificate

PPE, equipment and induction

PPE supplied. Induction covers safe practice, support plans and medication procedures.

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