Activities Assistant

Heritage Lifecare; Tasman; On-site; NZD 18,000 - 32,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay based on skills & exp

Professional development opportunities

Supportive and collaborative team

Job summary

Stillwater Lifecare & Village, part of Heritage Lifecare, located in Nelson, invites applications for an Activities Assistant. Join a warm, inclusive team delivering activities that support residents’ physical, spiritual, cultural, cognitive, and emotional needs in a modern 69-bed care home and 43-unit village.

You will organise and deliver programs with compassion, build lasting relationships with residents and whanau, and contribute to a safe, supportive environment—AM and weekend shifts

Qualifications

• Proven experience caring for others, ideally within aged care.
• NZQA Certificate in Health & Wellbeing or equivalent (e.g. nursing qualifications).
• Good communication, interpersonal and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Deliver activity programs meeting residents’ physical, spiritual, cultural, cognitive and emotional needs.
• Plan, organise and deliver activities, outings, events and community involvement.
• Work with the team to provide a safe, caring environment and build relationships with residents and whanau.

Skills

Caring for others

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Problem solving

Driver's license

Education

NZQA Certificate Health & Wellbeing

Job description

• Part Time
• Application Closes 13 Nov 2026
• Nelson - Tasman
• Healthcare Support Worker

Join our team at Stillwater Lifecare & Village to make a positive impact on the lives of our residents by providing exceptional care in a warm and caring environment.

Stillwater Lifecare & Village is a modern 69-bed Care Home and Hospital with a 43-unit Village located in the sunny city of Nelson. Our team comes from all around the world and are open and welcoming to people from diverse backgrounds and cultures. But we are all connected in our Heritage community by our passion for caring and empathy.

About Us

Heritage Lifecare is one of the leading and largest aged care providers in New Zealand, and the largest dementia provider. We are a fast growing, dynamic organisation with 42 care homes and 20 villages from Whangarei to Invercargill, with an abundance of opportunity. We pride ourselves on being a caring community and have a supporting and nurturing culture; we are whānau.

About Our Role

• Stillwater Lifecare & Village, located in sunny city of Nelson
• Permanent Part Time (16 hours per week)
• AM and Weekend shifts

We have a fantastic opportunity for an Activities Assistants with a passion for caring for others, to make a meaningful difference to the lives of our residents. You will have a positive compassionate attitude, the ability to make others smile, and be great at working with people. You will play a pivotal role in ensuring that our residents are cared for to the highest standard with kindness and patience, in a warm and caring atmosphere.

As an Activities Assistant you will be involved in the delivery of activity programs that meet the individual physical, spiritual, cultural, cognitive, and emotional needs of residents. This will include the planning, organising and delivery of activities, outings, events, and involvement in community groups. This is a truly rewarding opportunity that brings a difference into the lives of others. Work together in a team to provide a safe, caring and supportive environment for our residents. Form lasting relationships with residents and whanau-family. Adapt and support your wider team members to create a great team.

Your Skills And Experience

• Proven experience caring for others, ideally within an aged care environment.
• Minimum NZQA Certificate in Health and Wellbeing, or an equivalent New Zealand or overseas qualification (e.g. Bachelor of Nursing, Diploma in Nursing)
• Good communication, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills.
• Full NZ drivers' license, and confidence in driving a van
• A genuine love for helping people, excellent customer service skills, with a friendly and positive attitude.
• A passion for continuous improvement, with a sound understanding of the importance of health and safety procedures.

What’s In It For You

• Work for one of the most progressive aged care companies in New Zealand.
• Competitive pay scale based on skills & experience.
• Opportunities for professional development and advancement.
• Supportive and collaborative work environment.
• Make a meaningful difference in the lives of our residents.

Heritage Lifecare fosters an environment that celebrates diversity and inclusion. We uphold the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi.

Applications will be reviewed as they are received, and interviews may take place prior to the close date.

Applicants must have the legal right to work in New Zealand.

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