Support Work jobs in Nelson

Support Workers - Live Life Disability Support (Nelson) 2026

• Nelson, Tasman, Motueka locations
• Permanent - full-time and part-time, Fixed term and Casual opportunities
• This role enables you to feel you are making a real difference.
• If you're passionate about people, community connection, and leading with heart, this is the role for you.

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is firmly grounded in the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and is committed to building a health system that serves all New Zealanders.

About the Role

As a Support Worker, you'll be helping people to join in community activities and events, drive people to appointments and catch-ups, as well as supporting people with their personal care and household jobs. Knowing you're making a positive impact in someone's life can truly have the same effect on your own.

We have a variety of positions available working a range of shifts and hours including weekends.

• Your hourly rate will be $25.37 to $31.13 an hour, dependent upon your qualifications as recognized under the Care and Support Workers (Pay Equity) Settlement Act 2017.
• Sleepovers (10.00PM to 7.00AM) are paid at the adult minimum wage rate.

If you're looking for a role that benefits you as well as those you'll be around each day, this is it.

You can work in the way that works best for you - whether that's full-time or part-time, or morning, afternoon/evening, overnight or casual shifts. You'll be supported to achieve your Levels 2, 3 and 4 Health and Wellbeing Certificate.

Please view the position description for further information.

About the Team/Service/ Location

Live Life Disability Support (LLDS) provide support to people who have disabilities to live great lives in the Nelson Marlborough community.

We support people to manage their day to day lives in ways and at times that work for them. The people we support have a wide range of abilities, gifts and challenges. We actively encourage people to pursue their dreams and try out new experiences and can guarantee that no two days working at Live Life DSS are ever the same.

Our main locations are Nelson, but we are spread across the region and service all parts of the community. Our work can be challenging, but we are up for it. We have a great team, and we work hard to make a difference.

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About you

As a Support Worker, you need to be empathetic and have patience when supporting all type of patients.

Applicants must have a full NZ Driver License and be eligible to work in New Zealand or hold a valid NZ visa at the time of applying.

Appointment and ongoing employment will be conditional upon criminal record/police checks - you must declare any convictions and/or pending charges on your application form. This will include checks under the Children Act 2014.

Working at Health New Zealand

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is dedicated to ensuring excellent healthcare for the people of New Zealand. We embrace a workforce that is diverse and inclusive so that we are better positioned to understand and service our community. We welcome applications from our diverse Māori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities.

How to Apply

Please click 'Apply Now' to complete our online application form and include an updated CV and cover letter explaining your interest in this position. You will be asked to indicate your availability and shifts/hours preferences on your application form.

All applications must be submitted through our online careers' portal. Applications via email will not be considered.

If you have any questions about the role, please contact:

Sonja Rae (Recruitment) at sonja.rae@tewhatuora.govt.nz or 03 539 5748 OR

Karen Bailey (Group Manager) at karen.bailey@nmdhb.govt.nz .

Job Ref: N26-LLDS-NN-Oct-Dec

Applications close: 31 December 2026.

We will review applications as received and may proceed with the recruitment process, before the closing date of this advert.

Whilst Health New Zealand is undergoing change, affected employees will be given preference and priority for this position.