Job Vacancies
One of the ways that we support our customers is by helping them find their ideal support staff. All of the roles listed here have been created in collaboration with Flying Kites and the disabled person or their family.
There are three categories of employment: employed directly by the disabled person or their family, employed by Flying Kites on behalf of the disabled person, or employed by an external agency on behalf of the disabled person.
Roles are usually flexible for the right candidate so we encourage you to contact us if you see something of interest.
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Join Operation Sidekick! Support a cool, energetic 15yo with daily missions. Expect Nerf battles, beach walks & laughs, while making a real difference. $35–$37/hr, Lower Hutt.
Help an intelligent young guy in Torbay get motivated, try new things, and work towards his goals. 2 or 3 weekly visits, planning activities, and having a laugh along the way.
Kind, reliable person wanted to support a driven autistic woman with daily life and uni. Howick based 12–6 pm Mon–Wed, licence + car essential. Make a real difference, training provided.
Be a weekend adventure buddy for a fun-loving primary schooler with a disability. Think playgrounds, crafts, zoo trips and laughter. Bring energy, reliability and good vibes!
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday afternoons in Howick making a genuine impact to the independence and lifestyle of a uni student with big dreams!
Creative, animal-loving young woman in her 20s seeks fun, supportive companion for adventures, chats & chill time. Casual role, be a buddy not a boss.
Looking for a peer to share fun outings and good chats with a young woman in Torbay. 3 hours a week to start – minigolf, movies, markets, beach walks and more.
Part-time role in Browns Bay supporting a bright 14-year-old girl. Morning & after-school shifts. Great for a confident, caring communicator.
Mad scientist (Gru/Megamind mashup) seeks loyal minion in Glenfield. 12 hrs/week of gadgets, Trade Me quests & dad jokes. Must survive lasers, experiments & friendly chaos in Glenfield.
A family in Browns Bay (North Shore) is seeking a caring, confident person to support their 14-year-old daughter with a cognitive disability before and after school.
Coach a sociable 26-year-old in East Auckland one day a week. Plan fun outings, teach life skills, and help him work towards independence. 4–6 hrs/week, Thursdays, Botany.
Casual role in Hobsonville Point supporting a young boy after school/weekends. Build trust, share fun activities, and help him feel safe and confident.
Part time weekend role supporting a fun-loving primary school girl with a disability
We're looking for an energetic, reliable support worker to assist two young adults with disabilities in West Auckland. This hands-on role includes community outings, creative activities, and helping build daily living skills — all while making a real difference.
Offer a calm, caring home to a charming 9-year-old boy with a disability two nights a week, and give his mum a much-needed break. He’s fun, affectionate, and loves toy cars and scooters — you’ll need some experience with disability, a quiet home near Bayswater, and a warm, patient vibe.
Join a two-person team supporting a bubbly young woman with a disability to enjoy outings around Auckland. Whether it’s the zoo, the waterfront, or just somewhere busy and fun, she’s happiest on the move.