Casual Family Home Relievers

Family Home Reliever

• Casual Family Home Reliver vacancy available
• Whangarei
• Offering an hourly rate of $26.00 p/hr

Mō mātou | About us

Oranga Tamariki—Ministry for Children has a commitment to putting tamariki and rangatahi at the heart of what we do.

Our vision is to ensure New Zealand is the best place in the world to be a child. We are also committed to ensuring Oranga Tamariki partners with hapū, iwi and Māori organisations to find appropriate solutions for tamariki in need.

Oranga Tamariki—Ministry for Children has a commitment of putting tamariki 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.

Mō te tūnga | About the role

We are interested to hear from people who have a caring nature and are family orientated for our Family Home Reliever roles.

Our Family Home Relievers provide routine for our tamariki and rangatahi and maintain a safe, caring, responsible and supportive family environment on a 24/7 basis.

The mahi is rewarding and varied. You will be responsible for:

• Day to day care of children and young people,
• Providing emotional support to high and complex needs children,
• Liaise with Te Tai Tokerau Placement Hub office about appointments and activities,
• Working in an Oranga Tamariki family home providing meal preparation, helping with homework, and maintaining a comfortable nurturing and hygienic environment.

As casual staff you get to choose to accept shifts offered that suit your own work / life balance and preference, whilst contributing to positive changes in the lives of tamariki, rangatahi and whānau in our community

While this is a casual opportunity; shifts can extend over a 7 day period and will come up on an as and when required basis to cover our family homes and periods of absence and annual leave for our Kaitiaki/ Family Home Caregivers. At times there will also be requests to transport tamariki and rangatahi and provide care in motels and hospital settings, and supervising access between tamariki, rangatahi and their whanau.

Ngā pūmanawatanga ōu | What you will bring

We are looking for candidates with:

• Passion and resilience to manage and support children and young people with varied needs
• Positive attitude and role model along with an enthusiasm for your work
• Proven or some experience in caregiving, community work or working with young people
• Understanding and appreciation of cross-cultural practices in particular; knowledge of tikanga Māori, and Pacific peoples' culture
• Behaviour management / conflict resolution skills
• Have a calm and professional manner
• Excellent, listening, oral, written and observation skills
• Must hold a current full clean New Zealand drivers licence for the requirement of the role

Nōu te rourou | What's in it for you

We offer a great 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.

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

Applications close: Applications close: 31st October 2025 however applications may be reviewed, and candidates invite to interview ahead of the job closing so get your application in promptly.