• Oranga Tamariki offer an impartial remuneration package, that offers progression annually for experience through tenure
• Join a team of supportive and experienced people to work with
• An induction programme and ongoing learning & development opportunities for personal and professional growth

Te Maioha o Parekarangi is one of four Youth Justice residences across New Zealand which is run by Oranga Tamariki - Ministry for Children. We provide a secure 24/7 environment for up to 30 challenging young people aged 14-17 who are on remand or sentenced via Youth Court. The residence promotes individual change and growth through specialist education services, clinical services, individual and group programmes, and physical activities.

Residential Night Attendants at Te Maioha o Parekarangi work rostered shifts covering the hours 10:00pm - 6:30am daily, including weekdays, weekends and public holidays. The purpose of the role is to provide supervision of young people within the residence and to ensure security of property and plant overnight.

We are looking for reliable, flexible and adaptable kaimahi, who have the ability to be self-directed in their work practices, have initiative, and demonstrate sound judgement. Good written and verbal communication skills are an essential requirement

Mō mātou | About us

Oranga Tamariki—Ministry for Children has a commitment to putting tamariki and rangatahi at the heart of what we do. 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.

Our Care and Protection facilities focus on providing care for tamariki and rangatahi who are at the highest levels of risk from all across New Zealand. We believe in a positive future for our tamariki and their whānau and we support them to be safe and flourish.

Ngā pūmanawatanga ōu | What you will bring

• Full clean NZ drivers' license
• Be a strong team player and positive role model
• Experience in working rostered shifts/night shifts
• Demonstrate initiative and sound judgement with an ability to 'think on your feet'
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Confidence across the Microsoft Office suite

Experience in social services, including working with at-risk children or youth is preferred, but not essential.

Nōu te rourou | What's in it for you

Oranga Tamariki is offering a total remuneration package starting from $70,304 to $75,271 (Including allowances). 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.

To see all the benefits of working for Oranga Tamariki, please visit https://mahi.orangatamariki.govt.nz/working-with-us/employee-benefits/

Me pēhea te tuku tono | How to Apply

Apply online with your CV and Covering Letter outlining why you would make a great Residential Night Attendant. 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 Info_recruit@ot.govt.nz

Hurry as applications for this role close at midnight 17th of April 2025! Please note: we will be reviewing applications and inviting candidates to interview prior to this date, so apply now!

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.