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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.
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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
Qualified Teacher - Early Learning Centre (Cromwell)
Applications close Friday, 1 July 2022
Early Learning Centre Manager (Christchurch)
Applications close Friday, 8 July 2022
Relief Educators - Early Learning Centre (Cromwell)
Early Learning Centre Manager (Cromwell)
Applications close Friday, 1 July 2022
Qualified Teacher - Early Learning Centre (Kaikōura)
Applications close Friday, 1 July 2022
Qualified Teacher - Early Learning Centre (Te Rapa)
Applications closeTuesday, 5 July 2022
Child & family services
Residential Social Worker (Wellington)
Applications close Monday, 4 July 2022.
Social Worker in Schools & Parenting Through Separation Facilitator (Invercargill)
Applications close Monday, 11 July 2022.
Family Breakdown Assessor (Christchurch)
Applications close Monday, 27 June 2022
Children's Contact Coordinator (Christchurch)
Applications close Sunday, 26 June 2022
Service Manager - Foster Care (Auckland)
pplications close Sunday, 26 June 2022
Social Worker (Christchurch)
Applications close Sunday, 26 June 2022
Family Violence Coordinator and Child and Family Social Worker (Nelson)
Applications close Sunday, 26 June 2022
Social Worker (Blenheim)
Applications close Sunday, 26 June 2022
Family Breakdown Assessor (Napier)
Applications close Monday, 27 June 2022
Teaching Assistant (Christchurch)
Applications close Thursday, 7 July 2022
Corporate services
Health, Safety and Wellness Specialist (Wellington)
Applications close Wednesday, 22 June 2022.