Positive Practices Jobs in New Zealand, Job Vacancies - Sep 2026

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Practice Leader - Youth Focused Organisation

at Te Aka Ora Charitable Trust

Immediate start

This is a Full time job

Gisborne Central, Gisborne

$47 – $59 per hour

Training and Development opportunities
Competitive Salary
Supervision and Support provided

Youth Focused, Lead practice and grow people as an experienced Social Worker providing professional practice leadership across Te Aka Ora.

subClassification: Child Welfare, Youth & Family ServicesChild Welfare, Youth & Family Services classification: Community Services & Development(Community Services & Development)

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Team Leader - Service Delivery

at HR Connect Limited

This is a Full time job

Thames & Coromandel, Waikato

$95,250 – $122,464 per year

Make a difference!
Complex and immersive mahi

Lead a portfolio of community-based services supporting tamariki, rangatahi, adults and whānau.

subClassification: ManagementManagement classification: Community Services & Development(Community Services & Development)

Featured

Listed sixteen days ago

Kaimanaaki / Caregivers | Whare Care Homes

at Te Iwi O Ngati Kahu Social Services

This is a Contract/Temp job

Manukau, Auckland

$28.20 – $33.90 per hour

Kaimanaaki Superstar to journey alongside our Tamariki towards making a difference in their lives

subClassification: Child Welfare, Youth & Family ServicesChild Welfare, Youth & Family Services classification: Community Services & Development(Community Services & Development)

16d ago

Listed eight days ago

Manager Review and Improvement Services

at Education Review Office

This is a Full time job

Auckland CBD, Auckland(Hybrid)

Lead expert evaluators supporting better outcomes for children and youth
Shape quality, consistency and continuous improvement in evaluations
Permanent leadership opportunities across ERO regional offices

Join a team driven by a shared purpose: improving outcomes for every child and young person in Aotearoa New Zealand.

subClassification: GovernmentGovernment classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

8d ago

Listed one day ago

People & Culture Advisor

at Positive People

This is a Full time job

Auckland CBD, Auckland

Great Opportunity for Career Growth
Company benefits
Competitive Salary

Hands on P&C Advisor role for an organisation making a meaningful difference within the community!

subClassification: Consulting & Generalist HRConsulting & Generalist HR classification: Human Resources & Recruitment(Human Resources & Recruitment)

1d ago

Listed twelve days ago

Administrator

at Royal New Zealand Plunket Trust

This is a Part time job

Rest of Waikato, Waikato(Remote)

Help shape a new virtual wellbeing service supporting whānau and tamariki across Waikato.

subClassification: Administrative AssistantsAdministrative Assistants classification: Administration & Office Support(Administration & Office Support)

12d ago•Expiring

Listed eight days ago

Manager Review and Improvement Services

at Education Review Office

This is a Full time job

Christchurch Central, Canterbury(Hybrid)

Lead expert evaluators supporting better outcomes for children and youth
Shape quality, consistency and continuous improvement in evaluations
Permanent leadership opportunities across ERO regional offices

Join a team driven by a shared purpose: improving outcomes for every child and young person in Aotearoa New Zealand.

subClassification: Management - SchoolsManagement - Schools classification: Education & Training(Education & Training)

8d ago

Listed eight days ago

Manager Review and Improvement Services

at Education Review Office

This is a Full time job

Hamilton Central, Waikato(Hybrid)

Lead expert evaluators supporting better outcomes for children and youth
Shape quality, consistency and continuous improvement in evaluations
Permanent leadership opportunities across ERO regional offices

Join a team driven by a shared purpose: improving outcomes for every child and young person in Aotearoa New Zealand.

subClassification: GovernmentGovernment classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

8d ago

Listed ten days ago

Business Operations Support

at Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment

This is a Contract/Temp job

Christchurch Central, Canterbury

$68,380-$77,359

Diverse business support role with plenty of variety
Contribute to a collaborative, customer-focused, and high-performing culture

Drive operational excellence through business support, systems administration, reporting, engagement, and improvement across the team.

subClassification: GovernmentGovernment classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

10d ago•Expiring

Listed eleven days ago

Operations Manager

at Private Advertiser

This is a Full time job

Albany, Auckland

This is a pivotal role for a hands-on leader, problem solver and commercially minded operator who can bring people and processes together

subClassification: ManagementManagement classification: Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics(Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics)

11d ago

Listed one day ago

Team Lead - Bakery Pack Room

at Molly Woppy Ltd

This is a Full time job

Avondale, Auckland

We’re looking for a hands-on Team Lead to bring energy, organisation and accountability to our growing Bakery Pack Room team.

subClassification: Team Leaders/SupervisorsTeam Leaders/Supervisors classification: Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics(Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics)

1d ago

Listed three days ago

Area Manager

at IHC New Zealand

This is a Full time job

Hamilton Central, Waikato

$135,000 - $160,000 + car

Exciting opportunity for an experienced leader
Full-time permanent position based in our Hamilton area office
$135,000 - $160,000 with personal-use work vehicle included.

Exciting opportunity for an experienced and values-driven people leader.

subClassification: ManagementManagement classification: Community Services & Development(Community Services & Development)

3d ago

Listed ten days ago

Outcome Lead

at ConneXu

This is a Full time job

Tauranga Central, Bay of Plenty(Hybrid)

An organisation with meaningful mahi
A key role enhancing the lives of the people we support
Professional Development Opportunities

What is your Why, your reason for going to work every day?

subClassification: Aged & Disability SupportAged & Disability Support classification: Community Services & Development(Community Services & Development)

10d ago

Listed one day ago

Youth Services Team Leader

at Wairarapa Safer Community Trust

This is a Full time job

Masterton, Wellington

$36 – $40 per hour

Team Leader to support Youth Coaches delivering Youth Services to Young People aged 16-20. An interesting active role managing a dedicated team.

subClassification: Child Welfare, Youth & Family ServicesChild Welfare, Youth & Family Services classification: Community Services & Development(Community Services & Development)

1d ago

Listed eleven days ago

Health Coach - North Auckland General Advert

at ProCare

This is a Part time job

Orewa, Auckland

Basic + Benefits

Comprehensive training provided
Come make a meaningful difference in Peoples wellbeing
Impactful and meaningful role

Come empower communities as a Health Coach, guiding individual to improve their wellbeing through lifestyle changes.

subClassification: Psychology, Counselling & Social WorkPsychology, Counselling & Social Work classification: Healthcare & Medical(Healthcare & Medical)

11d ago

Listed two days ago

Mahi Tōtika Implementation Lead

at Barnardos

Be an early applicant

This is a Contract/Temp job

Wellington Central, Wellington

$88,000 - $98,000

Lead meaningful change & make a real difference for tamariki, rangatahi & whāna
Support leaders to lift practice, strengthen compliance & continuous improvement
Champion safe effective care through quality systems and processes

Drive quality, compliance and continuous improvement to embed Mahi Tōtika and deliver safer, better outcomes for tamariki and rangatahi.

subClassification: Child Welfare, Youth & Family ServicesChild Welfare, Youth & Family Services classification: Community Services & Development(Community Services & Development)

2d ago

Listed two days ago

Health Improvement Practitioner

at WellSouth Primary Health Network

Be an early applicant

This is a Full time job

Cromwell, Otago

Impactful role improving community health
Extensive training and mentorship provided
Birthday leave, sick leave on commencement

Join WellSouth as a Health Improvement Practitioner to deliver evidence-based interventions, enhancing wellbeing in Cromwell and Alexandra.

subClassification: Psychology, Counselling & Social WorkPsychology, Counselling & Social Work classification: Healthcare & Medical(Healthcare & Medical)

2d ago

Listed one day ago

Team Leader - Service Delivery

at HR Connect Limited

This is a Full time job

Thames & Coromandel, Waikato

$95,250 – $122,464 per year

Make a difference!
Complex and immersive mahi

Lead a portfolio of community-based services supporting tamariki, rangatahi, adults and whānau.

subClassification: ManagementManagement classification: Community Services & Development(Community Services & Development)

1d ago

Listed twelve days ago

People Adviser

at AIA New Zealand

This is a Full time job

Takapuna, Auckland

Join a high performing team that feels like a family
We need your difference to help us make a difference in the lives of others
A strong culture of innovation with health and wellbeing at its heart

Partner with leaders to deliver people-focused solutions, foster strong workplace relationships, and enable organisational success.

subClassification: Consulting & Generalist HRConsulting & Generalist HR classification: Human Resources & Recruitment(Human Resources & Recruitment)

12d ago

Listed one day ago

Receptionist

at Team Dental

This is a Part time job

Riccarton, Canterbury

$24 – $30 per hour

Riccarton
Ability to progress within the organisation
Competitive hourly rate plus benefits

Join a friendly practice and be the first point of contact for your patients.

subClassification: ReceptionistsReceptionists classification: Administration & Office Support(Administration & Office Support)

1d ago

Listed nine days ago

Student Engagement Advisor

at Madison Recruitment Limited

This is a Full time job

Newmarket, Auckland

Choose either a 30 or 40-hour work week
Lead engagement initiatives and learner support programmes
Make a real difference in students' educational journeys

Help students thrive by removing barriers, building connections and supporting learner success.

subClassification: Student ServicesStudent Services classification: Education & Training(Education & Training)

9d ago

Listed sixteen days ago

Programmes & Innovation Lead

at Presbyterian Support Southland

This is a Full time job

Invercargill Central, Southland

Lead programmes that strengthen Southland families and communities
Drive innovation and shape evidence-based services for children and whānau
Full-time leadership role with purpose, variety and real impact

Lead the development and growth of programmes, strengthen whānau and build resilience, drive innovation and make a real difference.

subClassification: ManagementManagement classification: Community Services & Development(Community Services & Development)

16d ago

Listed more than thirty days ago

Practice Leader - Youth Focused Organisation

at Te Aka Ora Charitable Trust

Immediate start

This is a Full time job

Gisborne Central, Gisborne

$47 – $59 per hour

Training and Development opportunities
Competitive Salary
Supervision and Support provided

Youth Focused, Lead practice and grow people as an experienced Social Worker providing professional practice leadership across Te Aka Ora.

subClassification: Child Welfare, Youth & Family ServicesChild Welfare, Youth & Family Services classification: Community Services & Development(Community Services & Development)

30d+ ago•Expiring

Listed nine days ago

Mātanga Tamariki

at Tamariki Tū Tamariki Ora

This is a Full time job

Hamilton Central, Waikato

Empowering Tamariki, Strengthening Whānau

subClassification: Child Welfare, Youth & Family ServicesChild Welfare, Youth & Family Services classification: Community Services & Development(Community Services & Development)

9d ago

Listed eight days ago

Office Manager and Clinical Assistant

at Wheatcroft Chiropractic Ltd

This is a Full time job

Rolleston, Canterbury

$30 – $38 per hour + bonus structure

Office Manager & Clinical Assistant combining people, office management, clinical assistance, systems and technology.

subClassification: Office ManagementOffice Management classification: Administration & Office Support(Administration & Office Support)

8d ago

Listed three days ago

Residential Youth Worker - Afternoons

at Barnardos

This is a Full time job

Christchurch Central, Canterbury

$27.80 - $29.10 per hour (gross)

Supportive work environment
Learning and development opportunities
Permanent rostered hours

Looking for rewarding and meaningful work? This could be the role for you!

subClassification: Child Welfare, Youth & Family ServicesChild Welfare, Youth & Family Services classification: Community Services & Development(Community Services & Development)

3d ago

Listed one day ago

Residential Youth Worker - Mary Crescent

at Oranga Tamariki - Ministry for Children

Be an early applicant

This is a Full time job

Upper Hutt, Wellington

Make a positive difference for Tamariki and Rangatahi
Permanent opportunity with a meaningful purpose
Competitive salary starting from $69,312 to $78,400 inclusive of allowances

Are you passionate about making a real and positive difference

subClassification: Child Welfare, Youth & Family ServicesChild Welfare, Youth & Family Services classification: Community Services & Development(Community Services & Development)

1d ago

Listed three days ago