Caregiver - Fixed Term (12 months) at Summerset

Upper Hutt, Wellington, New Zealand -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

28 May, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

27 Feb, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Empathy, Kindness, Patience, Caregiving, Aged Care Experience, Verbal Communication, Relationship Building, Roster Commitment, Personal Care, Meal Delivery, Hygiene Assistance, Individual Care Plan Assistance, Activity Assistance

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 As a Caregiver at our Trentham Village you will work as part of a team that creates the safest, healthiest and most enjoyable lifestyle for our residents. This role is varied and centres around providing personal care and assistance to our resident’s daily lives. Typical duties include: Delivering meals and helping with mealtimes Aiding with hygiene, such as showering Assisting with Individual care plan requirements, such as walks and exercises Helping with activities, such as puzzles, table tennis etc This is a fixed term (12 months) part time position, working AM shifts on a 4 on 2 off roster, with a minimum of 32 hours and maximum of 40 hours per fortnight. Please click here to view the full job description. Qualifications You will naturally be empathetic, kind and patient, and thrive in a role where your compassion and care make a difference to people’s lives. You’ll bring with you: Experience in aged care or a similar role Strong verbal communication skills with the ability to build lasting relationships Commitment to a rotational roster across morning, afternoon and night shifts Ability to work a roster pattern of 4 days on and 2 days off 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: Weekend additional penal hourly rates apply Opportunities to progress your caregiver career and gain further qualifications Southern Cross Health Essentials Insurance Next Steps: Applications for this role will close on 15/03/2026. This role may close early due to an increased number of applications - apply as soon as possible to avoid disappointment! Employee Type: Fixed Term Work Location: Trentham

Responsibilities

The Caregiver will work as part of a team to ensure the safest, healthiest, and most enjoyable lifestyle for residents at Trentham Village. Typical duties involve providing personal care, delivering meals, assisting with hygiene, supporting individual care plans, and helping with resident activities.