Activities Coordinator - Casual at Summerset

Lower Hutt, Wellington, New Zealand -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

13 May, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

12 Feb, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Event Planning, Hospitality, Aged Care, Communication Skills, Organizational Skills, Computer Literacy, First Aid, Driver License

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

Company Description You can help bring our villages to life! At Summerset, from the moment we start developing a village, to when our residents call it home, it’s the passion and dedication of our people that brings our villages to life. We are one team united by being part of something bigger – to bring the best of life to our residents. Job Description We are looking for an energetic and creative Activities Coordinator to join our Boulcott village. Ideally you will have experience in events, hospitality or aged care, but more important to us will be your genuine care of people from all walks of life. You will plan and facilitate a programme of activities and exciting events for our residents, providing quality resident support, managing vulnerable residents and communications with families. You will need to be kind, patient and have great communication skills, while a good level of fitness will prove useful for delivering the best exercise programmes, regular outings, sporting and recreational events. This is a casual role on an "as and when required" basis. Please click here to view the full job description. Qualifications About you: Positive “can-do” attitude that results in a harmonious relationship for staff and residents Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to convey an idea and inspire enthusiasm and interest A genuine interest in working with older people and a positive attitude to ageing Good written communication skills that target the audience and medium appropriately Strong organisational skills with the ability to multi-task Computer literacy with using Microsoft Outlook (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Publisher) Current first aid certificate LCQ qualification (or prepared to undertake training) A current driver license At Summerset, we believe diversity strengthens our team and enriches the care we provide. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, experiences, and walks of life—including those with transferable skills from other industries. You may not tick all the requirements, and that’s okay; we value what you bring to the table and look at the whole individual. We’re committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels valued, respected, and supported to thrive. Equal opportunity is at the heart of how we recruit, and we encourage you to bring your unique perspective and passion to our team. Additional Information Summerset's known for its excellent benefits and strong sense of values around care, teamwork and drive for excellence. With some of the best benefits in the sector, some of these include: Full uniform provided Discounts at a range of suppliers Next Steps: Applications for this role will close on 26/02/2026. This role may close early due to an increased number of applications - apply as soon as possible to avoid disappointment! Employee Type: Casual Work Location: Lower Hutt

Responsibilities

The Activities Coordinator will plan and facilitate a program of activities and events for residents, providing quality support and managing communications with families. The role requires genuine care for residents and the ability to manage vulnerable individuals.