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Team Leader – Whanau Ora Service                                                                                                                            
Turuki Health Care is a kaupapa Maaori organisation delivering integrated health, wellbeing and social services across Taamaki Makaurau. Our mission is to provide high quality, accessible and affordable healthcare to whaanau, with a dedicated focus on equity and culturally responsive care.
  
We are looking for an experienced and values driven Team Leader to guide our Whaanau Ora services team.

This is more than a leadership role, it is an opportunity to influence meaningful change. You will lead a passionate team of kaimahi, setting a high standard of practice while nurturing capability, confidence and growth.
  
Your leadership will ensure whaanau receive holistic, culturally grounded support that enables long-term wellbeing and transformation. This is full-time position based in Manukau, Auckland.
  
Te whiwhinga mahi – The opportunity
  
In this role, you will:

• Lead, inspire and develop a team of kaimahi delivering whaanau-centred support
• Foster a strong kaupapa Maaori practice environment grounded in mana and wairua
• Support and onboard new kaimahi to thrive quickly and confidently
• Build and maintain strong relationships with whaanau, partners and wider systems
• Champion continuous improvement and best practice in service delivery

Ngaa puukenga me ngaa wheako – Skills and experience
  
We are seeking a leader who combines strong operational capability with a genuine commitment to whaanau-centred practice.
  
You will bring:

• Proven leadership experience within Whaanau Ora, social services, or community-based settings
• A good understanding of Te Ao Maaori and kaupapa Maaori approaches to wellbeing
• The ability to build trust and maintain meaningful relationships with whaanau and stakeholders
• Experience coaching, mentoring and developing others to succeed
• Confidence navigating complex systems and advocating effectively for whaanau outcomes
• Strong communication, planning and problem-solving skills
• A relevant qualification in Social Work, Health, Youth Work or Community Services (desirable)
• Full driver’s licence
• Eligibility to work in New Zealand
• Clean criminal record

  
If you are looking to make a difference and want to work within a kaupapa Maaori organisation, apply today recruitment@thc.org.nz
  
Applications close 5.00pm on Thursday 4th June 2026

Please note that only New Zealand Citizens, Residents, or those with a valid work visa will be considered. All applications must include a CV and a completed application form that will be emailed to you.

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