Location: Ōtāhuhu, Auckland
Application Deadline: Open until suitable candidate is found
Email Applications To: [email protected]
Youth Worker in Secondary Schools (YWiSS)
Mentor Tamariki | Strengthen School Engagement | Support Whānau
We are seeking a dedicated and skilled Youth Worker to join our YWiSS team at ATWC, Otahuhu. In this part-time role, you will support secondary school students to engage with their school community, address wellbeing and achievement needs, and build strengths, resilience, and problem-solving abilities. You will work closely with young people, their whānau, and schools using a strength-based, multi-systemic approach.
About Us
The Anglican Trust for Women & Children (ATWC) is a major Auckland family charity and one of the city’s oldest, supporting mothers, tamariki, and whānau since 1858.
Through our family services, early education services, and social work services, we are committed to investing in Auckland’s children and building the happy, healthy futures they deserve.
Our Mission
To support whānau to nurture their tamariki and give them a happy, healthy, and secure future.
Our Vision
Resilient, empowered, and connected whānau and communities.
Our Values
- Aroha
- Whakawhanaungatanga
- Kaitiakitanga
- Māiatanga
- Tumanako
About the Role
As a Youth Worker in Secondary Schools, you will:
- Work in partnership with young people to develop individualised goals and plans for school engagement
- Use the Check and Connect model to track and monitor levels of engagement
- Collaborate with schools, whānau, and community organisations to enhance educational and wellbeing outcomes
- Implement strength-based strategies to support problem solving, skill building, and competence enhancement
- Identify and utilise resources to assist young people and refer to other agencies where appropriate
- Maintain high-quality professional relationships with students, whānau, schools, and colleagues
This role focuses on supporting Pacific, Māori, and new immigrant students while contributing to a multi-disciplinary school and ATWC team.
What We’re Looking For
You will bring:
- Bachelor’s degree in Social Work, Youth Work, or equivalent experience
- Proven practice working with young people in educational or community settings
- Knowledge of Pacific, Māori, and new immigrant students and families
- Understanding of adolescent development, especially regarding mental health
- Full and clean NZ Driver’s Licence
- Professionalism, initiative, and strong interpersonal skills
- Ability to work independently while contributing to the wider team
- Fluency in a second language (preferred)
Attributes
- Commitment to ATWC’s mission and values
- Willingness to participate in school-wide initiatives, task forces, and team activities
- Creativity, problem-solving, and sound judgment
- Sense of humour and resilience
- High professional standards at all times
Skills
- Strong written and verbal communication, including report writing
- Ability to establish rapport and trust with young people, whānau, and colleagues
- Planning, organisational, and decision-making skills
- Competent with Microsoft Office applications
- Ability to work autonomously and manage a caseload effectively
What ATWC Offers
- A values-led, high-trust organisation
- Supportive and collaborative team environment
- Opportunities for professional development
- Meaningful work that directly impacts tamariki, whānau, and school communities
How to Apply
If you are passionate about supporting young people, enhancing school engagement, and strengthening whānau connections… we would love to hear from you.
Please send your CV and cover letter to [email protected] or apply via SEEK.
Applications will remain open until a suitable candidate is found.
Only applicants legally entitled to work in New Zealand will be considered.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.