Job Description
Social Worker in Schools (SWiS) Tolaga to Tokomaru Bay
We are seeking a Social Worker in Schools (SWiS) to join our Whānau Oranga team, based at Tolaga Bay Area School and supporting schools from Tolaga Bay to Tokomaru Bay.
This permanent part-time role (20 hours per week) focuses on enhancing the wellbeing and future success of tamariki whose whānau circumstances place them at risk.
You’ll work closely with schools, whānau, Oranga Tamariki, and community partners to build resilience, foster positive relationships, and ensure tamariki and whānau are supported to thrive through strengths-based, mana-enhancing, and Ngāti Porou grounded practice.
- Recognised Social Work qualification and current NZ Practising Certificate (mandatory)
- Experience as a Social Worker in school or community settings
- Strong networks and ability to engage with schools, whānau, hapū, and iwi
- Knowledge of tikanga Māor...