Expression of Interest

**Mō te tūnga | About the Role**

We're looking for a passionate and capable leader to step into the role of Kaitaataki at Tumanako Whare (Papatoetoe). This is a leadership position where you’ll be responsible for overseeing the day-to-day running of the whare, ensuring our tāngata receive top-quality support around the clock. You’ll be fostering a welcoming and inclusive environment and helping tāngata live with confidence, independence, and choice.

Here’s a snapshot of what you’ll be doing:

- Overseeing lifestyle plans for tāngata under Te Oranga Pumau, ensuring everything aligns with the required standards and legislation.
- Working closely with tāngata and their whānau, making sure their support is tāngata-centred and promotes their wellbeing.
- Supporting and developing our kaimahi, helping them grow with training and coaching to be the best they can be.
- Taking charge of operational management—keeping resources on track, addressing any issues, and ensuring everything runs smoothly.
- Driving initiatives to continually improve the quality of care and services we provide.
- Building and maintaining strong relationships with tāngata, whānau, iwi, hapū, and external providers to ensure great collaboration.
- Leading health and safety efforts to ensure a safe and compliant environment for everyone.

**Ko wai koe | About You**

You’re a natural leader who knows how to guide and support a team, creating a positive environment where everyone can thrive. Your strong understanding of Tikanga Māori and how it applies in the whare is key, and you’re great at building relationships with tāngata, whānau, and kaimahi. When challenges come up, you handle them with ease and make solid decisions under pressure. You’ve got experience managing resources and ensuring everything runs smoothly, keeping things to a high standard.

**Ngā pūkenga me ngā wheako | Skills and Experience**

**Experience Required**:

- 3+ years in community healthcare, disability support services, or a similar field.
- Experience working with tāngata with high and complex needs.
- Proven experience in team management.

**Qualifications**:

- Level 4 NZ Certificate in Health and Wellbeing (or equivalent).
- Full NZ Driver’s Licence.
- Ability to work rotating rosters, including weekends and public holidays.

If this sounds like the next step in your career at Te Roopu Taurima, then follow the instructions below to express your interest.

**_Please note: As part of the internal recruitment process we will require a reference from your current people leader. We strongly advise that you inform them before you apply._