- Make a genuine difference in people’s lives every day.
- Flexible hours – Part-time/ Full time
- Pay rates from $24.74 – $30.06 per hour (based on qualifications)
About Us
For over 30 years, SILC has been dedicated to supporting people with disabilities to live a life of their choosing—a life full of opportunities, friendships, and experiences. We walk alongside the people we
support to facilitate a sense of belonging and independence. This is a meaningful and rewarding role (Mahi) where you will make a real difference, helping others achieve the things that matter to
them and enabling people with disabilities to live lives they love.
About the Role
Are you passionate about helping others live great lives? Do you enjoy building genuine
relationships and making a positive difference every day?
As a Support Worker with SILC, you will be an authentic and community-minded advocate for the people we support. Your role is to support people to build independence, develop meaningful relationships, pursue their interests, and live fulfilling lives within their community. We have permanent part-time and full- time opportunities available across Tauranga, Mount Maunganui and Papamoa.
You will be part of a diverse and supportive team, focused on recognising what matters to each individual and helping them to build a life around their interests. This involves
- Community Connection: Facilitating and supporting participation in the community through authentic, ongoing activities and helping to build natural connections and supports. If you’re someone who enjoys activities like social outings, you’ll thrive in helping people connect with their interests
- Support & Independence: Promoting independence in the home by assisting with personal cares, meal preparation, and household tasks
- Goal-Focused Work: Supporting people with their individual plans and goals, seeing the value, potential, and individuality of every person you support.
- Complex Support: Providing person-centred support for people with a range of support needs, including non-verbal communication, autism, epilepsy, diabetes management, and other complex needs. Experience is valued, but a willingness to learn is equally important.
About You
- A natural relationship builder who is genuinely connected to the community.
- Patient and calm, with a fun and positive sense of humor.
- An excellent motivator with sound written and verbal communication skills.
- Passionate about supporting people to live purposeful and fulfilling lives.
- Someone who enjoys encouraging people to explore their interests, build confidence, and participate in meaningful activities.
- Level 3 Certificate in Health & Wellbeing and above is preferred but not essential.
- Must be eligible to work in New Zealand and willing to meet police vetting requirements.
- Full New Zealand Driver Licence and competence to drive a range of company vehicles, including mobility vans.
- Be able to work across rostered shifts, which will include day shifts, weekend shifts and rostered sleepovers.
Why Join SILC?
- Competitive Pay: Pay rates from $24.74 – $30.06 per hour (dependent on your qualifications) plus paid time for sleepover work.
- Ongoing training and development opportunities to help you succeed.
- Work alongside a supportive team committed to making a genuine difference every day
- My Boost App – Access exclusive discounts at a wide range of NZ retailers and service providers.
- Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support your health and wellbeing
If you believe everyone deserves the opportunity to live a great life, we’d love to hear from you. Apply now by submitting your CV and cover letter and take the next step towards a rewarding career with SILC.
At SILC we welcome applications from all backgrounds. We are committed to follow all New Zealand employment and recruitment laws. While some roles may have specific requirements to meet the needs of the people we support, all applications will be considered based on overall suitability,
skills, and experience.
