Supervisor Social Worker - Christchurch East

• Permanent, full time leadership opportunity
• Based at our Christchurch East Site
• We're offering a competitive salary starting from, $111,020 to $133,696, depending on experience

We have an exciting opportunity at our Christchurch East site for an experienced Social Worker to take the next step in their career. We need people who have knowledge, experience and are deeply passionate about whānau wellbeing. We acknowledge that there is much work to do, but we are up for it. Our site works hard to do things differently within the foundation of a whānau led approach, focused on awhi and supporting whānau in mana-enhancing ways.

Mō te tūnga | About the role

As a Supervisor Social Worker, you will need to lead, support and supervise a team of social workers working across the Christchurch East area. This team also works closely with Iwi and other government and non-government organisations, supporting our tamariki and whanau.

The role requires you to identify the professional development needs of your team and ensure they are supported to grow their capability and practice depth, manage workflow and ensure that the right decisions are made in a timely manner, and build and maintain positive relationships.

Everything you do needs to reflect the values of Oranga Tamariki, and assure professional practice is aligned with our Practice Framework. Partner and collaborate with peer supervisors across the region, including the wider leadership team and pay an important role within the wider operational setting.

Ngā pūmanawatanga ōu | What you will bring

The ideal candidate for this role will be an experienced Social Worker or Supervisor Social Worker.

Key requirements include:

• A full, clean, valid driver's licence
• Full registration with New Zealand's Social Work Registration Board (SWRB)
• A social worker qualification recognised by the SWRB
• Previous people management and/or mentoring experience is essential
• An ability to build and lead an effective team and be a team player
• A proactive approach that places the needs of tamariki front and centre in all decisions and actions.
• Excellent time management skills and ability to manage competing demands
• Knowledge of the principals and purposes of the Oranga Tamariki Act 1989
• Understanding and appreciation of cross-cultural practices in particular; knowledge of tikanga Māori, and Pacific peoples' culture.

Mō mātou | About us

Oranga Tamariki—Ministry for Children has a commitment to putting tamariki and rangatahi at the heart of what we do. In our work, we aim to demonstrate these values:

• We put Tamariki first
• We believe Aroha is vital
• We respect the Mana of people
• We are Tika and Pono
• We value Whakapapa
• We recognise that Oranga is a journey

We are committed to ensuring that New Zealand is the best place in the world to be a child. We are also committed to ensuring Oranga Tamariki partners with hapū, iwi and Māori organisations to find appropriate solutions for tamariki in need.

Nōu te rourou | What's in it for you

Oranga Tamariki offer a step-based remuneration package, that offers progression annually for experience through tenure. Annual remuneration for this position starts between $111,020 and $133,696 dependent on experience .

We also offer a vibrant and supportive team, flexible work options and a genuine commitment to wellbeing. We offer significant training and professional development so that you can thrive and grow. We welcome diversity and are committed to working in an inclusive and respectful way. This is your opportunity to apply your skills and experience to the wellbeing of tamariki and rangatahi.

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Me pēhea te tuku tono | How to Apply

Apply online with your CV and Covering Letter. If you are an Oranga Tamariki employee already, please ensure you apply with a log in using your Oranga Tamariki email address. If you have any questions about role, please contact

Applications close just before midnight on Sunday 15 November.

We may begin reviewing applications and inviting candidates to interview prior to the closing date, so early applications are encouraged.

If you are interested in any of our vacancies, please ensure that you make yourself familiar with our code of conduct as it sets out our expectations for our kaimahi and requires you to present at work free from the influences of both drugs and alcohol.