Foster Care Jobs in New Zealand, Job Vacancies - Mar 2026

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Team Leadership - Family Harm Services

This is a Full time job

Lead a skilled family harm team supporting safer futures for whānau
Shape trauma-informed services in a values-led community organisation
Join a collaborative team driving innovation in the family harm sector

Lead a skilled family harm team supporting safer futures for whānau
Shape trauma-informed services in a values-led community organisation
Join a collaborative team driving innovation in the family harm sector

Emerging leader guiding our Family Harm team to deliver safe, ethical, effective practice and create positive outcomes for whānau and community.

subClassification: Child Welfare, Youth & Family ServicesChild Welfare, Youth & Family Services

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

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Thrive Team Leader (Fixed Term - Maternity Leave)

at Elizabeth Knox Home and Hospital

This is a Full time job

Epsom, Auckland

NZD$80,000 - NZD$100,000 per annum

Fixed Term | Full Tine (40 hours per week)
Fixed Term from 13 July 2026 - 15 February 2027
Located in Epsom, Central Auckland

Fixed Term | Full Tine (40 hours per week)
Fixed Term from 13 July 2026 - 15 February 2027
Located in Epsom, Central Auckland

Elizabeth Knox Home & Hospital is seeking a passionate and experienced Thrive Team Leader to join our team on a fixed-term basis.

subClassification: Nursing - Aged CareNursing - Aged Care

classification: Healthcare & Medical(Healthcare & Medical)

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Listed twenty hours ago

Caregiver

at Summerset

This is a Full time job

Papamoa Beach, Bay of Plenty

$28.42 – $30.70 per hour

Southern Cross Health Essentials Insurance
Additional Weekend Rates
Discounts from a wide range of suppliers

Southern Cross Health Essentials Insurance
Additional Weekend Rates
Discounts from a wide range of suppliers

Are you an experienced caregiving with a passion for memory care? Help us deliver outstanding care for our residents at Summerset Papamoa Beach!

subClassification: Aged & Disability SupportAged & Disability Support

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

20h ago

Listed twenty four days ago

Practice Leader - Foster Care (TFM) - Central Southern

at Kia Puāwai

Expiring soon

This is a Full time job

Bay View, Hawkes Bay(Remote)

Make a positive difference in the lives of rangatahi and whānau
Supportive and values-based team organisation
Enjoy a 4 day working week - 100% pay, 80% time, 100% delivery!

Make a positive difference in the lives of rangatahi and whānau
Supportive and values-based team organisation
Enjoy a 4 day working week - 100% pay, 80% time, 100% delivery!

Join our Kia Puāwai whānau in making a positive difference in the lives of young people in our community.

subClassification: Child Welfare, Youth & Family ServicesChild Welfare, Youth & Family Services

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

24d ago

Listed twenty one hours ago

Youth Justice Mentor

at Anglican Action

This is a Full time job

Hamilton Central, Waikato

Are you highly motivated and passionate about making a positive difference to the lives of rangatahi?

subClassification: Child Welfare, Youth & Family ServicesChild Welfare, Youth & Family Services

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

21h ago

Listed six days ago

Social Worker/Youth Worker – Youth Services

at Kapiti Youth Support

This is a Full time job

Paraparaumu, Wellington

$64,000 – $95,000 per year

Support taiohi aged 16-19 years across the Kāpiti region with education, training and work-based learning, mental health, and community connection.

subClassification: Child Welfare, Youth & Family ServicesChild Welfare, Youth & Family Services

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

6d ago

Listed twenty five days ago

Early Childhood Teacher

at ELC Group

Expiring soon

This is a Full time job

Remuera, Auckland

$25 – $36.66 per hour

Incredible work environment and facilities
Full pay parity + fantastic staff perks
A culture of continuous professional and personal development

Incredible work environment and facilities
Full pay parity + fantastic staff perks
A culture of continuous professional and personal development

Join our village in 2026! We're growing at our beautiful, nature-based Early Learning Centre. Team up with us!

subClassification: Teaching - Early ChildhoodTeaching - Early Childhood

classification: Education & Training(Education & Training)

25d ago

Listed nineteen days ago

Kaiatawhai Social Worker

at Key Assets Fostering

This is a Full time job

Hamilton Central, Waikato(Hybrid)

Social worker

subClassification: Child Welfare, Youth & Family ServicesChild Welfare, Youth & Family Services

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

19d ago

Listed sixteen hours ago

Student Liaison Coordinator

at Lincoln University

This is a Full time job

Christchurch Central, Canterbury

$70 - $79K + great staff benefits!

Flexible working conditions + great team culture
Work–life balance + family‑friendly policies
Purpose‑driven mahi with real impact

Flexible working conditions + great team culture
Work–life balance + family‑friendly policies
Purpose‑driven mahi with real impact

Promote Lincoln University’s study options while guiding prospective students with tailored, engaging recruitment advice & activities.

subClassification: OtherOther

classification: Education & Training(Education & Training)

16h ago

Listed seventeen hours ago

Youth Support Workers – Nelson (Whakatū)

at Community Care Trust Aotearoa

Be an early applicant

This is a Full time job

Nelson Central, Tasman

Hourly Rate

Exciting New Full & Part Time Opportunities due to growth within our service

subClassification: Child Welfare, Youth & Family ServicesChild Welfare, Youth & Family Services

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

17h ago

Listed five days ago

Social Worker

at Barnardos

This is a Full time job

Auckland CBD, Auckland

$68,038 - $102,000

Shape Futures, Change Lives: Guide tamariki and rangatahi with compassion
Grow with Barnardos. Embrace our principles, elevate your social work career
Be part of a passionate, supportive team

Shape Futures, Change Lives: Guide tamariki and rangatahi with compassion
Grow with Barnardos. Embrace our principles, elevate your social work career
Be part of a passionate, supportive team

Are you passionate in making a positive difference to tamariki and rangatahi? Are you a star that can help us make sure "Every Child Shines Bright".

subClassification: Child Welfare, Youth & Family ServicesChild Welfare, Youth & Family Services

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

5d ago

Listed twenty seven days ago

Teacher aide

at Glen Eden Primary School

Expiring soon

This is a Part time job

Glen Eden, Auckland

$25 – $30 per hour

Meaningful impact on students. Supportive team & professional development. Competitive part-time role.

subClassification: Teaching Aides & Special NeedsTeaching Aides & Special Needs

classification: Education & Training(Education & Training)

27d ago

Listed four days ago

Community Support Coordinator - Children, Family/Whanau Team

at CCS Disability Action

This is a Full time job

Royal Oak, Auckland

Looking for a rewarding role in your community working with people with disabilities and their families?

subClassification: Child Welfare, Youth & Family ServicesChild Welfare, Youth & Family Services

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

4d ago

Listed seventeen hours ago

ECE Kaiako - Mt Eden Kindergarten (part time job share 3 days)

at Auckland Kindergarten Association

This is a Part time job

Mount Eden, Auckland

Encourage tamariki curiosity and creativity through play-based experiences
Join our friendly and supportive kaiako team
Three-day job share with another Kaiako, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday

Encourage tamariki curiosity and creativity through play-based experiences
Join our friendly and supportive kaiako team
Three-day job share with another Kaiako, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday

ECE Kaiako – Mt Eden Kindergarten (job share 3 days)) Kia ora,

subClassification: Teaching - Early ChildhoodTeaching - Early Childhood

classification: Education & Training(Education & Training)

17h ago

Listed three days ago

Social Worker

at Barnardos

This is a Contract/Temp job

Te Atatu South, Auckland

$63,038 - $102,000 (Pay Parity)

Shape Futures, Change Lives: Guide tamariki and rangatahi with compassion
Grow with Barnardos. Embrace our principles, elevate your social work career
Fixed term, full-time opportunity in Auckland

Shape Futures, Change Lives: Guide tamariki and rangatahi with compassion
Grow with Barnardos. Embrace our principles, elevate your social work career
Fixed term, full-time opportunity in Auckland

Are you passionate in making a positive difference to tamariki and rangatahi? Are you a star that can help us make sure "Every Child Shines Bright"

subClassification: Child Welfare, Youth & Family ServicesChild Welfare, Youth & Family Services

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

3d ago

Listed sixteen hours ago

Registered Nurse

at TAMAHERE COUNTRY CLUB CARE CENTRE LIMITED

This is a Full time job

Tamahere, Waikato

Join us at Tamahere Country Club Care Centre where nursing is purposeful-Empower lives, inspire joy, and help residents thrive through meaningful care

subClassification: Nursing - Aged CareNursing - Aged Care

classification: Healthcare & Medical(Healthcare & Medical)

16h ago

Listed six days ago

Support Worker

at Wise Group

This is a Full time job

Manukau, Auckland

$51092.00 - $67200.00 p.a.

Full-Time, Permanent + Manukau + Sunday - Thursday
Extra annual leave, Holiday Programme Assistance and more!
Do you have a passion for helping people reach their goals?

Full-Time, Permanent + Manukau + Sunday - Thursday
Extra annual leave, Holiday Programme Assistance and more!
Do you have a passion for helping people reach their goals?

We're looking for someone with a good understanding and commitment to the principles of recovery. A real 'people person' who can engage with anyone!

subClassification: Community DevelopmentCommunity Development

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

6d ago

Listed seven days ago

Senior Peer Support Specialist - Waikato Hospital ED

at Ember

This is a Full time job

Hamilton Central, Waikato

Competitive pay above L4 Support Worker Pay Equity

2 extra leave days + 5 study days + regular salary review
$250 on an Extraordinary card per year to spend on health and wellbeing
Allocated mobile for work purposes

2 extra leave days + 5 study days + regular salary review
$250 on an Extraordinary card per year to spend on health and wellbeing
Allocated mobile for work purposes

Use your recovery‑focused peer practice to meaningfully support others; be supported to grow through peer supervision and opportunities to debrief.

subClassification: Community DevelopmentCommunity Development

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

7d ago

Listed twelve days ago

Team Leadership - Family Harm Services

at Kindred Family Services

This is a Full time job

Helensville, Auckland

Lead a skilled family harm team supporting safer futures for whānau
Shape trauma-informed services in a values-led community organisation
Join a collaborative team driving innovation in the family harm sector

Lead a skilled family harm team supporting safer futures for whānau
Shape trauma-informed services in a values-led community organisation
Join a collaborative team driving innovation in the family harm sector

Emerging leader guiding our Family Harm team to deliver safe, ethical, effective practice and create positive outcomes for whānau and community.

subClassification: Child Welfare, Youth & Family ServicesChild Welfare, Youth & Family Services

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

12d ago

Listed ten days ago

ECE Teacher

at New Shoots Children's Centres

This is a Full time job

Kerikeri, Northland

Open to qualified or Unqualified
Paid ECE Learning Unlimited Membership
40 hours per week

Open to qualified or Unqualified
Paid ECE Learning Unlimited Membership
40 hours per week

Qualified OR Experienced Unqualified kaiako for a full time role at the stunning New Shoots Kerikeri

subClassification: Teaching - Early ChildhoodTeaching - Early Childhood

classification: Education & Training(Education & Training)

10d ago

Listed seventeen hours ago

Qualified Teacher - ECE

at Barnardos

This is a Part time job

Otara, Auckland

$28.90 - $47.96 per hour (FPP)

Why apply? Diverse experiences, professional growth, meaningful impact
Be a part of an incredible organisation committed to quality early learning
Join an established community focused centre

Why apply? Diverse experiences, professional growth, meaningful impact
Be a part of an incredible organisation committed to quality early learning
Join an established community focused centre

Qualified ECE teachers wanted for dynamic roles. Shape young minds with Barnardos. Flexible, rewarding work.

subClassification: Teaching - Early ChildhoodTeaching - Early Childhood

classification: Education & Training(Education & Training)

17h ago

Listed fourteen days ago

Business Administrator

at Just Four Kids Ltd

This is a Full time job

Invercargill Central, Southland

$30 – $35 per hour

We are a dynamic team of professional teachers and leaders. Can you take on tasks of all sizes, add some fun, fresh ideas and a little bit of crazy?

subClassification: Office ManagementOffice Management

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

14d ago

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