Local Group Assistant / Kaiāwhina - North Canterbury

Part-time role – 8 hours a month

with the possibility of extra hours with other roles within People First NZ.

Are you interested in self-advocacy for people with learning (intellectual) disability? 

People First North Canterbury is an established group and is looking for an Assistant to work alongside people with learning disability to:

  • hold monthly meetings in the local area
  • encourage learning about self-advocacy and speaking up 
  • assist members to represent their peers in community forums 
  • promote the local group within the community.


With your assistance, members will learn how to: 

  • gain self-determination 
  • advocate for themselves 
  • develop leadership skills 
  • get involved in their community 
  • be a contributing member of New Zealand society.


Please apply via Seek or send your CV & Cover Letter to People First Team Leader- Yi Liang Small.

Email: [email protected]

Phone: 027 526 3387



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Applications close: 27 February 2025

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