• Join a supportive, friendly and welcoming team.
• Full time, permanent opportunity based in Rolleston, Christchurch.
• Monday - Friday (no need to work public holidays or weekends).

Mō mātou | About us

Our purpose is to ensure that all tamariki are in loving whānau and communities where oranga tamariki can be realised. We believe that by getting involved early in their lives and showing love and care, we give children the best chance of growing into happy thriving New Zealanders.

We are committed to putting children first, we believe aroha is vital, we respect the mana of people, we are tika and pono, we value whakapapa and we recognise that oranga is a journey.

About Te Puna Wai: A Youth Justice Residence a place where 13-17-year-olds accused of an offence stay to await court proceedings or serve a sentence. This means they are not free to leave. However, a residence is not a prison. We prioritise the safety and security of our tamariki and staff on site, however, we are committed to ensuring that the time tamariki spend in our residences will improve their prospects for the future.

At our Te Puna Wai residence, we have a school, sports field, visitors' suite, gym, and whare on site. We also have a small farm (complete with friendly farm animals from pigs, alpacas, goats, sheep, and a pony!) that offers our tamariki valuable life skills and experience. Our team use these facilities to help enrich the lives of our tamariki and set them up with the skills they will need to meaningfully contribute to their whānau and community.

Mō te tūnga | About the role

The purpose of the role of the Domestic Worker is to provide a high quality and responsive domestic cleaning service within our care facilities.

In this this position you will:

• Provide a professional, high-quality and responsive cleaning service across all areas including toilets, bathrooms and kitchen areas; maintain office and visitor areas to a corporate standard
• Be responsible for Health and Safety by identifying and escalating hazards, risks and issues
• Undertake stock control of all cleaning, first aid, consumables and linen supplies
• Ensure that all tools, equipment and consumables are safely and securely managed
• Ensure that any interaction is appropriate and has a positive influence on the tamariki and rangatahi in our care

Ngā pūmanawatanga ōu | What you will bring

Key requirements of the role include:

• Ability to pass Police Vetting and Background Safety checks (please note: Clean Slate Act does not apply)
• A full clean valid New Zealand Driver License
• New Zealand citizenship or permanent residency at time of application
• Experience working in a commercial or residential cleaning is beneficial
• Empathy and understanding towards tamariki
• Good verbal and written communication skills
• An appreciation of privacy and confidentiality
• The ability to work well as part of a team
• Resilience, flexibility and reliability
• An outcome focus, with the ability to work unsupervised
• Understanding and appreciation of cross-cultural practices in particular; knowledge of tikanga Māori, and Pacific peoples' culture

Nōu te rourou | What's in it for you

Oranga Tamariki offer an impartial remuneration package, that offers progression annually for experience through tenure. Annual remuneration for this position starts between $54,080 and $57,901 dependant on experience. We offer a vibrant and supportive team, flexible work options and a genuine commitment to wellbeing. 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. 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 on Monday 31st April 2025

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.

Oranga Tamariki is committed to developing a diverse workforce and an inclusive workplace. We provide equal employment opportunities and welcome applications from everyone who can meet the requirements of the role. We also support flexible working arrangements.