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Social Worker (Social worker in Schools – SWIS)

We are looking for a passionate, self-motivated social worker to join our supportive and dynamic team of SWIS.

Ko wai mātou | About us

Anglican Trust for Women and Children is a well-established Charitable Trust, with over a hundred and sixty years of service to families in our community. Our values of Hope & Aroha, Compassion & Respect, Whanaungatanga, Stewardship, Integrity & Professionalism are the principles that guide all interactions.

Mō te tūnga | About the role

Our agency is one of the leading providers of the Social Workers in Schools (SWIS) Program, within Auckland. Working with our Al Madina and Zayed schools, we have a vacancy for a highly self-motivated, qualified and culturally aware Social Worker to join a dynamic, supportive SWIS team. This is a 12-month fixed term role covering parental leave. The hours of work are part time and negotiable working between 25 to 37.5 hours per week.

This role is eligible for Social Work Pay Equity and the salary is based on experience.

Mōu | About you 

You will need to have a Social Work qualification and be registered with the SWRB to apply for this role although consideration will be given to new graduates working toward graduate registration.  You will also need excellent written and oral communication, a full New Zealand driver’s license and strong computer skills.  You must be eligible to work in New Zealand.

Desired attributes:

·        Experience in a school environment

·        Desire to make a difference

·        Knowledge of diverse cultures

·        Solution focused

·        Creativity and innovation

·        Compassion

·        Strong relationship building skills

What ATWC offer:

·        Professional registration through SWRB

·        Significant additional paid holidays

·        Commitment to professional supervision

·        Ongoing professional development and growth

If you are passionate about social work, value education and want to make a difference to children and their families, this is the opportunity to partner with us for future success.

To apply, please send your resume, with a cover letter to: [email protected]

 Applications close on Friday, 18th April 2025.

Only candidates who are legally entitled to work in New Zealand will be considered. Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted. 

Location

10 Beatty Street, Ōtāhuhu, Auckland 1062

Hours

Monday to Friday 8am-4:30pm

Phone

+64 9 276 3729