_{23rd July, 2026}

We are seeking a warm, reliable local person who can bring a calm and steady presence to a rewarding support role. Working as part of a small, supportive team, you will help a friendly and enthusiastic young adult with a disability live their best life through encouragement, companionship and community involvement.

This role is unique and can provide regular, meaningful work. It is ideal for someone who values connection and enjoys providing practical support, companionship and a steady, mature presence while encouraging independence and positive experiences.

The role
Based in Cambridge, the role includes:

• Providing transport and companionship at a regular activity (approximately 2 hours per week).
• Transport to and from evening local social activities, as required.
• Being part of a team that accompanies and provides support on weekends away.
• Potential to provide live-in respite care when required.
• Encouraging and offering support with daily chores and meal preparation.

To meet reasonable standards of privacy for our client, this role is open to female applicants only, under section 27 of the Human Rights Act 1993.
  
About you
You will be:

• Warm, caring, calm and compassionate.
• Patient, discreet, respectful and flexible.
• Easy‑going, with a steady and mature presence.
• Reliable, dependable and committed to being part of a small support team.
• Looking for ongoing casual work with regular involvement.
• Mindful of the importance of being present, kind, open, honest and transparent.
• Someone who has a sense of humour with a fun-loving approach.

You will also:

• Hold a full clean driver’s licence
• Be confident and comfortable driving.

What’s on offer

• A wonderful opportunity to make a difference.
• $25–$30 per hour for weekday work (dependent on experience).
• A capped weekend rate, including accommodation and activities.
• Mileage reimbursement, with distances recorded.
• Flexible casual work that supports a healthy work-life balance.
• Flexibility around your holidays, family commitments and periods of reduced availability.

How to apply
Please upload via the link:

• Your up-to-date CV.
• A brief introduction letter explaining why this opportunity appeals to you and what you would bring to the role.

For a confidential discussion about this opportunity, please contact Linley Steele on 021 837 123.   Only applicants who have the right to live and work in NZ will be considered for this position.

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