Location: Auckland
Applications Close: Friday, 29 August 2025.
Email Applications To: hr@atwc.org.nz
School Social Worker (SWiS)
Support Tamariki | Champion Whānau | Make a Difference Every Day
We are looking for a passionate, self-motivated social worker to join our supportive and dynamic team of SWiS — with this vacancy specifically supporting students and whānau at Al Madinah School and/or Zayed College.
About Us
ATWC is a well-established Charitable Trust with over 160 years of service to families in our community. Guided by the values of Hope & Aroha, Compassion & Respect, Whanaungatanga, Stewardship, Integrity & Professionalism, our agency is a leading provider of the Social Workers in Schools (SWIS) Program in Auckland.
About the Role
We currently have a vacancy for a Social Worker to join our team of qualified, registered professionals who work alongside students and whānau to find supportive, culturally responsive solutions to challenges that may impact education and wellbeing.
This role is eligible for Social Work Pay Equity, based on a 37.5 hour working week (pro-rata).
What We’re Looking For
To be considered, you will need to have a Social Work qualification and be registered with the SWRB.
You will also need:
- Have a Social Work qualification
- Be registered with the SWRB
- Possess excellent written & oral communication skills
- Hold a full New Zealand driver’s license
- Have strong computer skills
- Be eligible to work in New Zealand
Desired Attributes
- Social Work qualification or social work experience
- Comfortable working across diverse cultures
- Knowledge of, or keen desire to learn about the community
- Experience in a school environment
- Solution-focused mindset
- Creativity, innovation & compassion
- Passionate about making a difference
- Values Whakawhanaungatanga
What ATWC Offers
High trust, supportive team environment
Ongoing professional development opportunities
NZSWRB registration and annual practising certificate covered
Paid external supervision sessions
Up to 3 weeks additional gifted leave per year
How to Apply
If you’re passionate about supporting the success of children, young people and their family (whānau), highly motivated, and a social worker who strives for excellence — we’d love to hear from you.
Please send your CV and cover letter to: hr@atwc.org.nz
APPLICATIONS WILL REMAIN OPEN UNTIL THE SUITABLE CANDIDATE IS FOUND.
Only applicants legally entitled to work in New Zealand will be considered. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.