Your Mission (Should You Choose to Accept It): Operation Sidekick

Lower Hutt
,
Wellington
10 - 20 hours
/
week
$35 - $37 / hour
Employer:
Disabled Person / Family
Email jobs@flyingkites.org.nz with your CV to apply.

This is no ordinary assignment. We’re recruiting elite, resilient operatives as quick-thinking sidekicks to support a remarkable 15-year-old agent. Your objective: guide him through the complex terrain of epilepsy, autism, and ADHD as he takes on life’s daily challenges. He’s cool, adventurous and enjoys a good laugh. ExpectNerf battles, beachside recon (rock throwing = bonus points), and a sharp eye for YouTube legends.

Some missions will be smooth. Others - Expect plot twists. You’ll need humour, patience, common sense and nerves of steel.

 

Mission briefing:

  • After-school ops: Mon, Wed & Thurs (1:30–5 pm)
  • Weekend ops: Sat & Sun (10 am–1 pm)
  • Objectives: Assist with daily routines, behavioural regulation & seizure management (on some assignments)
  • Bring fun, creativity, and consistency to every mission

 

What you’ll need to accept this mission:

  • Emotional resilience + tactical humour
  • Boundary-setting with calm precision
  • Full NZ driver’s licence + your own vehicle
  • Lightening reflexes (Nerf combat readiness essential)

Rewards

  • $35–$37+ per hour contracting (depending on experience)
  • Ongoing training + a supportive HQ (aka family to back you)
  • The chance to make a real difference while being part of epic adventures

Job #:
1347
Published on:
September 17, 2025
Email jobs@flyingkites.org.nz with your CV to apply.