Caregiver

Ryman Healthcare; Christchurch; On-site; NZD 29,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fixed rosters

Scholarships

Wellness leave

Brand discounts

24-hour management

Job summary

Ryman Healthcare is seeking a compassionate Caregiver to join the Belfast, Christchurch village team. You will support residents with daily activities, follow person-centred care plans, and engage with families to ensure comfort and happiness.

The role offers stable rosters, opportunities for professional development, and the chance to make a real difference in residents’ lives within a supportive, caring environment.

Qualifications

• Kindness in your DNA.
• Experience with dementia.
• Strong empathy and supportive attitude.

Responsibilities

• Oversee residents and deliver engaging activities.
• Follow individual care plans and provide care as you would for your own family.
• Use the myRyman app to document care and updates.
• Learn about each resident's background to tailor care and improve wellbeing.

Skills

Empathy

Dementia care

Compassionate care

Communication

Tools

myRyman app

Job description

Jora New Zealand will close on 16th September 2026. Thank you for being with us, we are cheering you on as you continue your career journey.

We have an exciting opportunity to join Richard HadleeRetirement Village, Belfast, Christchurch as a Caregiver.

We have multiplepositions available, please indictae which role shifts you are interested in.

• Full Time - Tuesday - Saturday 2300 - 0700 - Special Care Unit (nights)
• Part Time - Friday/Saturday 1500-2300 & Sunday/Monday 0700-1530 (Med Comp on AMs) - Dual Unit
• Part Time - Friday/Saturday 2300-0700 - Dual Unit
• Part Time - Friday/Saturday 1500-2300 & Sunday/Monday 0700-1530 (Med Comp on AMs) - Special Care Unit
• Part Time - Sunday/Monday 1500-2300 (Med Comp) - Special Care Unit

In this role you will:

• Oversee residents providing activities to engage them
• Follow our resident's individual care plans, providing care that would be good enough for your own mum, dad, nana or poppa
  Engage with our residents and developing lasting relationships with themand their families
• Use the latest technology - including our own purpose-built care app myRyman
• Take time to learn about each and every resident, their background, what's makes them happy to help them enjoy life to the fullest

About You

To thrive in our supportive and caring environment you will have:

• Kindness in your DNA
• Have expeience with dementia
• Strong empathy
• A reliable, friendly and professional style

Please note that, although we often welcome applications from overseas candidates, due to immigration requirements, we require applicants to have New Zealand work rights for this position

About Ryman

Ryman is a leader in retirement living andcare, employingover7,700 peoplein New Zealand and Australiaacross awiderange ofareas, including nursing, village operations, sales, technology, design, and corporate roles.

At Ryman, exceptional care is thoughtfully delivered every day. From meals and activities to maintenance and support, our teams work together so residents can feel confident everything is taken care of - because behind that promise is the standard we’ve always held ourselves to: it’s got to be good enough for mum and dad.

We’re in a period of real transformation, focusing on stronger commercial outcomes, smarter ways of working, and continuing to set the standard in retirement living and aged care.

Benefits of working at Ryman Healthcare

At Ryman, when you look after our residents, we will look after you! As part of our team you will:

• Have certainty of hours through fixed rosters
• Enjoy a great resident-to-staff ratio, allowing for more personalised care
• Work in a fun, friendly and supportive team environment
• Have access to scholarships and bursaries for further education
• Get education, long service and wellness leave on top of standard leave
• Work in a secure building with 24-hour management support
• Access over 60 discounts with well-known brands across a variety of sectors including; health and wellbeing, banking, insurance, and retail

At Ryman, we support an environment where everyone feels welcome to be themselves. We embrace diversity and celebrate individual uniqueness, encouraging anyone wanting to work for Ryman to apply for our vacant positions.

If you share those values and you’re looking for a career where your work truly makes a difference, we’d love to hear from you.

Applications will be reviewed as they are received and interviews may take place prior to the close date. This means a job ad may close before the advertised close date.