Nelson, Nelson, New Zealand · On-site
Permanent Reliever – Disability Support Worker, Whakatū Nelson Permanent | 32 hours per week | $30.06 per hour | 5 weeks’ annual leave Full-Time | Female Only Role Mō Tēnei Tūranga | About the Role Are you caring, adapta…
Skills: Disability support, Personal care, Adaptability, Communication, Relationship building
Nelson, Nelson, New Zealand · On-site
Company Description You can help bring our villages to life! At Summerset, from the moment we start developing a village, to when our residents call it home, it’s the passion and dedication of our people that brings our …
Skills: Personal care, Aged care, Verbal communication, Relationship building, Empathy
Nelson, Nelson, New Zealand · On-site
Company Description You can help bring our villages to life! At Summerset, from the moment we start developing a village, to when our residents call it home, it’s the passion and dedication of our people that brings our …
Skills: Aged care, Clinical assessment, Care planning, End-of-life care, Nursing care
Nelson, Nelson, New Zealand · On-site
$68k–$102k/yr
Foster Parent Social Worker Fixed-Term, Part-Time (24 hours per week) - Nelson “Supporting Families, Caring for Children” The Open Home Foundation (OHF) is a Christian Community Response and has a vision that every child…
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Nelson, Nelson, New Zealand · On-site
Company Description You can help bring our villages to life! At Summerset, from the moment we start developing a village, to when our residents call it home, it’s the passion and dedication of our people that brings our …
Skills: Recreational therapy, Person-centered care, Activity planning, Assessment, Documentation
Nelson, Nelson, New Zealand · On-site
Company Description You can help bring our villages to life! At Summerset, from the moment we start developing a village, to when our residents call it home, it’s the passion and dedication of our people that brings our …
Skills: Personal Care, Aged Care, Verbal Communication, Empathy, Patient Care
Nelson, Nelson, New Zealand · On-site
Are you looking for a role where you can make a meaningful impact? We’re looking for compassionate and committed Healthcare Assistants to join our team at Green Gables in Nelson on a casual basis. Whether you're balancin…
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Nelson, Nelson, New Zealand · On-site
$37/hr–$53/hr
As a Registered Nurse with Oceania based at Green Gables, you will have the opportunity to practice at full scope within a nurse-led service. Your clinical expertise and judgment will play a vital role in providing compr…
Skills: Nursing assessments, Clinical judgment, Care coordination, Leadership, Mentoring
Nelson, Nelson, New Zealand · On-site
Company Description You can help bring our villages to life! At Summerset, from the moment we start developing a village, to when our residents call it home, it’s the passion and dedication of our people that brings our …
Skills: Housekeeping, Laundry Management, Infection Control, Health And Safety, Aged Care
Nelson, Nelson, New Zealand · On-site
Company Description At Lumino, we aim to deliver a superior patient experience for everyone who visits our practices. Our people are passionate about dentistry and the important role it plays in the health and well-being…
Skills: Dental Services, Treatment Planning, Patient Communication, Clinical Dentistry, Teamwork
Nelson, Nelson, New Zealand · On-site
Medical Laboratory Scientist – Microbiology Permanent, Part-time Nelson Who we are | Ko wai mātou: Awanui Labs - Nelson (previously known as Medlab South) provides high-quality diagnostic pathology services to the commun…
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Nelson, Nelson, New Zealand · On-site
Company Description Are you a skilled Prosthodontist seeking a rewarding career in a beautiful and vibrant city? Nelson Prosthodontics, a leading dental practice in Nelson, New Zealand, is looking for an exceptional Pros…
Skills: Prosthodontics, Smile Restoration, Patient Care, Clinical Dentistry, Specialist Dental Treatment
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Provide direct disability support to individuals across various adult services in the Nelson region. Maintain a flexible schedule to assist with personal care, daily living activities, and community engagement.
Must hold a full, current New Zealand Driver Licence and be eligible to work in New Zealand. Requires a warm, reliable demeanor and the ability to provide personal care with dignity and respect.
Permanent | 32 hours per week | $30.06 per hour | 5 weeks’ annual leave
Full-Time | Female Only Role
Mō Tēnei Tūranga | About the Role
Are you caring, adaptable, and someone who enjoys variety in your work?
We’re looking for a Permanent Reliever Disability Support Worker to join our team in Whakatū Nelson.
This permanent role supports people across all our female only adult services in the Nelson region. You’ll work alongside different people and teams, providing support where it’s needed while helping people live the life they choose.
Flexibility is key. You’ll need to be comfortable working across all adult services and a varied roster, which may include mornings, afternoons, evenings, weekends, and sleepovers/wakeovers.
What We Offer
$30.06 per hour
5 weeks’ annual leave
A varied and rewarding permanent role
Ongoing training and support
Ngā Pūkenga me ngā Tohu | What You Will Bring
We’re looking for someone who:
Is warm, calm, reliable, and adaptable
Is flexible to work across all adult services in Nelson
Can provide personal care with dignity and respect, including for people with high and complex needs
Communicates well and builds positive relationships
Understands Enabling Good Lives principles, or is willing to learn
Is available to work a varied roster, including weekends
You will also need a full, current New Zealand Driver Licence, a current First Aid Certificate (or willingness to obtain one at our cost), and eligibility to work in New Zealand.
If you hold a work visa, you must have at least 12 months remaining before expiry.
Please note: No AEWV job tokens are available for this region.
This is a female-only position and is exempt under section 27 of the Human Rights Act 1993 due to the personal care and privacy requirements of the people we support.
Ko Wai Mātou | Who We Are
Community Care Trust Aotearoa’s vision is a world that truly values and celebrates diversity.
We work in partnership with adults and youth across Te Waipounamu, walking alongside people to support them to live the life they choose as valued and contributing members of their communities.
We have a strong commitment to safeguarding children and vulnerable adults. All employees will be vetted to a level appropriate to their role.
Te Tuku Tono | How to Apply
If you enjoy variety, connecting with people, and being part of a team that makes a difference, we’d love to hear from you.
Applications close:
Monday 7th September 2026 at 5pm.
The closing date may be subject to change, so we encourage you to apply early.
Working in partnership to enable great lives.
Community Care Trust is a not-for-profit charitable trust that works with people to find out what they want to achieve in life and then provide the support they need to get there. We have been awarded silver accreditation against the Investors in People Standard, demonstrating our commitment to realising the potential of our employees. People are supported to learn and maintain skills in many different areas of life such as household management, education, communication, relationships, employment, and health and wellbeing. Community Care Trust provides a wide range of services to a diverse range of people including: People with an intellectual disability People on the autism spectrum People who have an injury that has resulted in a disability (via ACC) Children and young people requiring urgent supported accommodation (via Oranga Tamariki) People with physical impairment People with high and complex support needs People with challenging behaviour People that have a disability and have committed a criminal offence
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