Practice Leader
- Permanent, Full-Time opportunity available
- Role will work across South Auckland!
Are you an inspirational leader who is passionate about improving the outcomes for tamariki, rangatahi and wh nau? We have an exciting permanent opportunity available to lead practice in our community
Mo te tunga | About the role
Our staff are motivated and committed to working with mokopuna and building wider relationships that assist the site achieving better results for wh nau. Kaimahi are extremely supportive of each other and benefit from a solid leadership team. Site resources are being increased and different ways of working are being tried.
The Practice Leader role will be operating in a way that ensures all practice expectations and standards are maintained by Social Worker staff and include partnering colleagues where appropriate.
We are a site which is continually looking for innovative ways to shape our practice and provide opportunities for growth and learning. We are looking for a practice extraordinaire to champion social work practice across the site. You will coach, develop, mentor and supervise social work staff to help our tamariki, rangatahi and wh nau.
Ng pumanawatanga ou | What you will bring
Ideal candidate for this role is an experienced Social Worker who has worked in Aotearoa in a similar role in a non-governmental organisation (NGO) sector and/or someone who has worked within Oranga Tamariki previously.
- Full registration with New Zealand's Social Work Registration Board (SWRB)
- A social worker qualification recognised by the SWRB
- A full, clean, current driver's licence
- Expert experience in managing complex practice and casework
- The ability to work collaboratively with peers and stakeholders
- Sound knowledge of relevant legislation and experience of what Oranga Tamariki does and how we work
- Resilience, initiative and a proactive approach
- Empathy, patience and ability to see past what someone may be struggling with
- Sound judgement, time management and organisational skills
- The ability to manage risk and make tough decisions
- Cultural awareness and confidence to back yourself
- Understanding and appreciation of cross-cultural practices in particular; knowledge of tikanga M ori, and Pacific peoples' culture
Nou 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 at $111,020
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 pehea 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 [email protected]
Hurry as this is a short application window - Applications close: 15 August 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 influence of both drugs and alcohol.
