Support Worker

We are looking for a reliable, responsible, and caring person to provide support for a 11-year-old autistic girl before and after school. This position is based in Blackball area, and is fixed-term for 1 year, which maybe extended. About the Role The role involves overseeing and supporting the child to get ready for school in the morning and meeting her again after school. • Morning shift: 7:00 am – 9:00 am (usually only 1 hour of work, but paid for a 2-hour minimum) • Afternoon shift: 3:00 pm – 5:00 pm (this involves meeting the school bus around 3:20 pm)

Duties Include • Supporting the child to get up and organised for school • Driving her 10 kms to catch the school bus • Meeting her off the bus in the afternoon and providing after-school supervision • Occasionally picking her up from Awahono School and taking her to activities such as swimming lessons or walks

If you’re someone who enjoys working with children and can offer consistency and care, we’d love to hear from you.

We are seeking someone who is: • Genuine, patient, and caring • Reliable and responsible • Holds a full driver’s licence and has a reliable car (able to transport the child when needed in the family's vehicle ) • Respectful of the child’s independence – she does not require hands-on support with dressing or personal care Details • Location: Blackball area • Contract: 1-year fixed term • Hours: Split shift (approx. 4 hours per day total, with 2-hour minimums for each shift)