Senior Youth Worker 
 

Location: Papatoetoe, South Auckland
Hours:  Full Time
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Join the Team at PACT!
PACT is a Christian charitable trust that has been serving the Papatoetoe community and surrounding suburbs since 1995, transforming lives by mentoring and investing in rangatahi and strengthening whānau. We’re excited to offer a unique and rewarding opportunity for a Senior Youth Worker to join our passionate and committed team.

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​About the Role

This full-time role includes three key areas of responsibility:

Mentoring at Papatoetoe High and Papatoetoe Intermediate School (2-3 days per week)

Provide 1:1 and group mentoring for girls referred by the school, working in partnership with school staff to support their social and emotional wellbeing and strengthen their engagement with school.

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Whakapakari Life Skills Programme

Lead the coordination and delivery of Whakapakari — a flexible, responsive life skills programme designed around the needs and interests of rangatahi. Sessions may include topics such as budgeting, CV writing, identity, leadership, and even creative outlets like songwriting. Whakapakari runs both after school and in the school holidays, and you’ll be responsible for ensuring strong engagement, keeping case notes, and tracking progress and outcomes.

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Supporting our Te Kupenga programme

Provide pastoral and practical support in our Alternative Education Programme. This includes building strong relationships with ākonga, supporting their learning outcomes, and contributing to a positive and encouraging classroom environment. The role also involves helping bridge students into after-school programmes and community-based activities that support their personal growth and sense of belonging. It's likely support will also include the transporting of students to and from PACT. 

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Faith and Values

PACT is a Christian organisation, and this role includes supporting the spiritual development of rangatahi where appropriate. You’ll be expected to uphold and model Christian values, contribute to a positive faith-informed team culture, and help connect rangatahi with opportunities for spiritual growth — such as youth groups,  small groups, or church programmes — in ways that align with their journey and whānau context.

 

We’re looking for someone who

• Connects easily with rangatahi in South Auckland and builds trust-based relationships

• Has experience in youth work, social services, or education

• Holds a relevant qualification in youth work, social work, teaching, or a related field

• Can confidently lead small groups and support behavioural or emotional needs

• Is strong with administration and case note management

• Can work professionally in a Christian environment and uphold PACT’s values

• Holds a full driver’s license

 

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This role includes

• Regular supervision and professional development

• 6 weeks of annual leave 

• Phone allowance.

• Working as part of a close-knit, passionate team that genuinely cares

 

​Interested?

Email your CV and a cover letter to sarah@pact.org.nz.

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Join us in transforming lives and building a thriving Papatoetoe community together.