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Getting
Started
How to get started on your career supporting people with intellectual disabilities.
How to
Get Started
Whether you’re applying from New Zealand or overseas, becoming a support worker involves more than simply finding a job.
This guide explains what to expect, from applying for roles and understanding visa requirements through to arriving in New Zealand and settling into your new workplace.
Finding the
Right Role
Most support worker roles are advertised online through employer websites and job boards such as Seek and Trade Me. Before applying, check whether the employer supports work visas if you are moving from overseas. Taking time to learn about the organisation and tailoring your application can make a real difference.
Hello,
I’m Albert
FROM UGANDA
“My name is Albert, and I come from Uganda. I moved to New Zealand in June 2023. Getting life started in a new country was one of my biggest worries, but those worries soon vanished. My organisation had everything planned to help me settle in, including an airport pick-up and accommodation for my first three months.”
Life in
New Zealand
Support work is varied, practical and rewarding. You could be supporting daily routines, encouraging independence, helping someone connect with their community or simply being there when it matters most. Every day brings new experiences and opportunities to make a difference.
