Kaitiaki - Fixed Term at Summerset

Napier, Hawke's Bay, New Zealand -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

14 May, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

13 Feb, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Empathy, Kindness, Patience, Mobility Support, Recreation Support, Mealtime Care, Emotional Support, Safety Maintenance, Activity Support, Note Taking, Teamwork, Interpersonal Skills, Dementia Training

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 Kaitiaki at our Summerset in the Bay Village in Napier, you’ll play an important role in supporting the safest, healthiest and most enjoyable lifestyle possible for our Care Centre residents. You’ll be part of a close-knit team, focused on person-centred care and enhancing the wellbeing of every resident. This role includes a strong focus on mobility support, recreation, and mealtime care – all guided by structured morning and afternoon shift schedules. Typical duties include: Supporting residents with meals and drinks, including one-on-one help where needed Assisting residents to follow their mobility therapy plans (e.g., walking, gentle exercise) Providing emotional support to residents who may feel anxious, isolated or confused Helping maintain a safe environment, especially for those at risk of falling Supporting individual and small group activities alongside Diversional and Recreational Therapists Keeping accurate progress notes and alerting clinical staff to any concerns We know that this role makes a difference - our residents love having someone there whose job is to spend time with them and put a smile on their face. This is a fixed term role from March - December 2026 offering 15 hours per week. Shift hours are Thursday, Friday and Saturday from 12:30pm - 6pm. Qualifications You’ll be naturally empathetic, kind and patient, with a genuine interest in supporting older people. This role suits someone who thrives when making a meaningful difference each day. You’ll bring with you: Willingness to complete NZQA Dementia training modules Emotional resilience and excellent interpersonal skills Strong commitment to teamwork and continuous learning Experience working in aged care or a related support role is ideal but not essential 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: Additional weekend rates Discounts from a wide range of suppliers Training opportunities Next Steps: Applications for this role will close on Friday 27th February. 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: Napier

Responsibilities

The Kaitiaki will support residents' safest, healthiest, and most enjoyable lifestyle by focusing on person-centered care, including mobility support, recreation, and mealtime assistance guided by structured shift schedules. Duties involve supporting residents with meals, assisting with mobility therapy plans, providing emotional support, maintaining a safe environment, and documenting progress notes for clinical staff.