At YMCA Taranaki, we’re more than just a workplace—we’re a community!
Our main site is right here in the heart of New Plymouth on Liardet Street, while our Youth Development and Youth Education programmes are delivered from 131 South Road on the Rangiatea campus. We also have Youth Education sites in Whanganui, Palmerston North, and Dannevirke, helping to empower and uplift communities across Taranaki and Manawatu – Whanganui regions.
We offer a wide range of programmes and services, including sport and recreation, fitness, early childhood care, out-of-school care, youth development, and education. With opportunities across these diverse fields, YMCA Taranaki has a variety of roles waiting for you!
When you join The Y, you become part of our whānau. It’s not just about a job—it’s about being part of a not-for-profit organisation that’s dedicated to strengthening families, building up our youth, and making a positive impact. By working with us, you’re helping to reinvest in your community, every single day.
Explore our current opportunities below and find the role that’s right for you.
Feel free to email us about any career opportunities. We can’t wait to welcome you to the Y whānau!
Start Date: 17 January 2026
Hours: 4 hours per week
YMCA Taranaki is looking for a friendly, mature, and enthusiastic person to join our team as a Weekend Receptionist. You’ll be the first point of contact and the welcoming face of the YMCA, helping us create a positive experience for our members and visitors.
What You’ll Do
What We’re Looking For
Location: YMCA Taranaki
Hours: 12 hours per week (Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday, mornings)
Start Date: 17 January 2026
Are you passionate about working with children and creating fun, active experiences? YMCA Taranaki is looking for an enthusiastic Kindy Gym Assistant to join our team and help deliver our popular Kindy Gym sessions. This is a permanent part-time role, offering stability and the chance to make a real difference in the lives of tamariki.
What You’ll Do
What We’re Looking For
We’re looking for a handy Jack/Jill of all trades to look after the general maintenance of the YMCA Taranaki on a casual basis, as needs arise.
The General Maintenance Worker’s role is a vital part of the Business Support and will contribute to the delivery of high quality services with a YMCA values driven approach.
About you:
Te Whare o Tapatahi is a dedicated rough sleeping shelter providing emergency accommodation and holistic support for individuals experiencing homelessness in Nga Motu. Operated by YMCA Taranaki, the shelter embodies the values of manaakitanga (care and support), kotahitanga (unity), and whanaungatanga (relationships) to create a safe and supportive environment for tangata whaiora (clients).
At the initial stage, we will only be providing bathroom, laundry and kitchen facilities for the rough sleeping community for 2 days a week. We require 4 casual Support Workers, hours may be rostered between 6.30 pm to 9.30 pm, Monday to Friday. There will be two Support Workers on site each night.
Te Whare o Tapatahi is a kaupapa Māori-informed emergency shelter supporting tāne experiencing homelessness. Operated by YMCA Ngāmotu, we offer sleeping, bathroom, laundry, and kitchen facilities for up to 20 tāne. Currently open three nights a week, we’re expanding to a seven-night service and growing our daytime programme.
More than a shelter, Tapatahi is a space of connection, healing, and empowerment. Our mahi is grounded in manaakitanga, kotahitanga, and whanaungatanga, creating a safe and inclusive environment for our whānau.
The Role
We’re hiring two permanent part-time Senior Support Workers to lead overnight operations. You’ll supervise junior staff, support tāne directly, and ensure the shelter runs safely and smoothly. You’ll work alongside security and junior staff to uphold a trauma-informed, mana-enhancing environment.
Key responsibilities include:
Rostered shifts (14.5–23 hrs/week):
What You’ll Bring
Do you love working with tamariki (children), bringing energy and creativity to every moment, and being part of a team that makes a real impact in the community? Then we want YOU!
At YMCA Taranaki, we’re all about creating safe, fun, and inspiring spaces for kids before and after school—and during the holidays too! We run programmes across New Plymouth, based in local primary schools and at our awesome YMCA venue.
We’re on the lookout for a superstar Out of School Care Supervisor to join our crew! This is a permanent part-time role with:
12.5–15 hours/week during term time (Mon–Fri)
16 hours/week during school holidays (Mon–Fri)
Rostered hours range from:
What Makes You a Great Fit?
We’re looking for someone who’s:
– Experienced with children and knows how to keep the fun flowing
– Holding a full NZ driver’s licence is a must
– A team player who can also fly solo when needed
– Great at building relationships with whānau and tamariki
– A top-notch communicator (verbal & written)
– Full of energy, passion, and creativity
– Flexible, reliable, and ready to roll with the day’s adventures
– Committed to child safety and wellbeing
– Professionally presented with reliable transport
– Calm under pressure and quick on their feet
– First aid certified (or willing to get certified)
Please note: Due to MSD guidelines for OSCAR programme accreditation, the Out of School Care Supervisor must be at least 20 years of age. This ensures compliance with supervision standards and supports the safety and wellbeing of children in our care.
