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Why choose Barnardos?
Because at the end of each day, you'll know you’ve made a real difference in the lives of Kiwi kids up and down New Zealand. And when someone asks what your job is, you can truly say "I do more for Kiwi kids."
Current vacancies
Early learning & childcare
*Please fill out the Candidate declaration form when you applyChild & family services
*Please fill out the Candidate declaration form when you applyResidential Youth Workers (Christchurch)
Applications close 22 October 2023
Casual Residential Youth Workers (Wellington)
Applications close 22 October 2023
Casual Residential Youth Worker (Auckland and Hamilton)
Applications close: 20 October 2023
Family Breakdown Assessor (Contractor positions available for Wairarapa, Whanganui and Christchurch)
Applications close 12 October 2023
Residence Manager - Te Poutama Arahi Rangatahi (Christchurch)
Applications close 5th October 2023
Te Kahu Toi - Intensive Wraparound Service Facilitator (Christchurch)
Applications close 5th October 2023
Social Worker (Nelson)
Applications close 22nd September 2023
Do you want to do more for Kiwi kids?
If so, you may be exactly who we're looking for. At Barnardos, we're passionate about making a real difference in the lives of Kiwi kids. We have over 60 years' experience helping New Zealand tamariki and whānau be the best they can.
Our trained, experienced and passionate staff work with more than 100,000 children and families in communities across Aotearoa every year. They ensure that children receive the care, support and education they deserve — and you can too.
We provide family support and early childhood education to Kiwi families and intensive social support to those most in need. Standing behind our frontline staff is a dedicated corporate services team — including fundraising, marketing, human resources, finance and IT.