The Employment Assistance Grant is open to Owners, descendants and whanau (Excluding spouse/partners) working within New Zealand only – who would like to start or further their career.This grant can help whanau already in employment to complete studies with a NZQA accredited provider i.e. Short course, Pre-employment First Aid, welding ticket. For whanau already working or about to start a new job this grant can be used to purchase work related resources i.e. tools, safety boots that your employer has recommended. Please note, your employer will be contacted to confirm all information provided.
For applicants who are looking for employment, this grant could be to cover costs of a course that help you gain employment, but cannot be used for work related resources – as you are still job seeking.
*In terms of your study, please check our post secondary grant criteria or with our team, in case your course better fits an education grant instead. For whatever reason if you are unable to finish your course of study, please let us know.
Applications may be made at anytime prior, during or after the course, providing the application is received within the calendar year the course was undertaken.
Applicants may make more than one application, up to the total value of $550.00 per calendar year.
To apply, please complete the form below:
NOTE: Please wait for the confirmation message after you Submit your application. You will also receive an email confirming that we have received your submission.