Support Staff – Full Time

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Summary: Join as a full-time Support Staff member to support people with learning disabilities in a warm, home-like environment, building trusted relationships and providing compassionate, person-centred care. Highlights: 1. Meaningful opportunity to build trusted relationships 2. Provide compassionate, person-centred support 3. Ongoing development and paid training opportunities * 2 x Full-time positions available  * Consistent hours and regular days off * $24.35 - $29.54 per hour (depending on qualifications) About the role: Join our team as a full-time Support Staff member based in Kaiapoi where you'll play a vital role supporting people with a learning disability in a warm, home-like environment. You'll support them with everyday activities such as shopping, meal preparation, household chores, personal care, and community outings. This role offers a meaningful opportunity to build trusted relationships and provide compassionate, person-centred support tailored to each individual's needs. Note: Although Hawksbury is accredited to hire staff on an Accredited Employer Work Visa (AEWV), we do not have a Job Check for this position so cannot support applicant with the visa process. Ideally, you'll have an NZ Certificate in Health and Wellbeing Level 2 or equivalent along with: * A positive attitude to supporting people with learning disability. * A full New Zealand driver's licence (essential) * Great communication skills (written and verbal) What we can offer * Ongoing development opportunities. If you haven't already completed NZ Certificate in Health and Wellbeing Level 2 and 3, we will support you to complete these. * Paid training time – First Aid, Safe Manual Handling, Falls Prevention, Dysphagia * Free Employee Assistance Programme – counselling, financial guidance, career planning * Discounts at 40+ location About Hawksbury Community Living Trust: At Hawksbury, we are dedicated to providing quality residential support for individuals with intellectual disabilities. Our residents are valued members of the community, and we empower them to achieve their life goals. As an equal opportunity employer, we embrace diversity and inclusion in our workforce. Apply Now If you share our passion for disability support and want to make a meaningful difference, we'd love to hear from you. Applications will be reviewed as they are received, and interviews may be held during the advertising period. Don't delay—apply today and take the first step toward joining our dedicated team