Location: Waterview, Auckland
Employment Type: Full-Time
Application Deadline: Open until suitable candidates are found
Youth Worker in Secondary Schools (YWiSS) | Part-Time
Strengthen Tamariki | Support Whānau | Champion Educational Success
Working as part of the Social Worker in Schools (SWiS) programme, you will focus on strengthening the wellbeing, safety, and educational success of tamariki by working closely with them, their whānau, and the wider school community.
This role centres on building high-trust relationships, understanding the unique strengths and challenges of each family, and developing practical, strengths-based plans that support positive and sustainable change. You will work in partnership with school staff and community networks to help create a safe and supportive environment where tamariki can thrive.
As an active member of both the school and ATWC teams, you will contribute to a community where children and families feel valued, heard, and supported to achieve improved outcomes.
About Us
The Anglican Trust for Women and Children (ATWC) is one of Auckland’s oldest and most established family charities.
We have been supporting mothers, tamariki, and whānau since 1858 and are here for the long haul. 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 future they deserve.
Our Mission
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 – relationships that are genuine and non-judgmental.
- Whakawhanaungatanga – establishing positive connections and relationships.
- Kaitiakitanga – protecting people’s spiritual, mental, physical and social well -being.
- Māiatanga – empowering resilience.
- Tūmanako – aspiration for the present and future
About the Role
As a Social Worker in Schools, you will:
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Provide strengths-based, child-centred support within a school setting
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Undertake assessments and develop practical, achievable support plans
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Work in partnership with tamariki, whānau, school staff, and community agencies
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Build trusting and respectful relationships with children and families
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Promote child safety, wellbeing, and engagement in education
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Maintain accurate and timely case notes, documentation, and professional records
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Contribute positively as a member of both the school and ATWC teams
What We’re Looking For:
Qualifications
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Recognised Social Work qualification
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Registration with the Social Workers Registration Board (SWRB)
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Full, clean NZ Driver Licence
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Legal entitlement to work in New Zealand
Skills and Experience
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Strong strengths-based and relationship-focused practice
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Excellent written and verbal communication skills
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Strong assessment and planning capability
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Confidence engaging with whānau from diverse cultural backgrounds
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Commitment to tikanga-informed and ethical practice
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Strong computer literacy and documentation skills
Desired Attributes
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Experience working within a school environment
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Strong alignment with ATWC’s mission and values
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Solution-focused and practical in approach
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Knowledge and respect for diverse cultures and communities
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Creative and innovative in responding to challenges
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Compassionate and empathetic
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Highly organised, reflective, and confident in maintaining professional boundaries
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Genuine belief in the potential of every child and desire to make a meaningful difference
What ATWC Offers
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A high-trust organisation
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A supportive and collaborative team environment
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Ongoing professional development opportunities
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Up to 15 days of additional gifted leave per annum
This is an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful difference within tamariki, whānau, and the wider community.
How to Apply
If this role resonates with you and you meet the brief, we would love to hear from you.
Please apply via the SEEK listing using the link below:
Social Worker in Schools | Waterview | SEEK NZ
Applications will remain open until suitable candidates are found.
Only applicants legally entitled to work in New Zealand will be considered.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.