Caregiver

Bupa; Whangarei; Hybrid; NZD 30,000 - 39,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Free flu vaccinations

Skin checks

Menopause consultation

Uniforms provided

Wellbeing program (Viva)

EAP

Employee discounts

Job summary

Bupa Merrivale Care Home in Whangārei seeks a Caregiver to support residents with mobility and daily activities. You will document care and encourage social engagement, contributing to a warm, safe community.

Applicants should hold a Level 0-4 Caregiving qualification with medication competency if Level 4, and bring a genuine passion for elder care along with strong teamwork and communication skills.

Qualifications

• Hold a Level 0-4 Caregiving qualification and current medication competency (if Level 4).
• Proven experience in aged care or a comparable healthcare environment.
• Genuine passion for supporting the elderly and strong teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Assist with mobility in line with individual care plans.
• Maintain accurate and timely care documentation.
• Encourage residents to engage in social activities and community life.
• Help create a warm, safe, and welcoming environment for residents, visitors, and teammates.

Skills

Caregiving experience

Communication skills

MS Office proficiency

Education

Level 0–4 Caregiving qualification

Tools

MS Office

Job description

At Bupa, purpose meets possible.

Join us and help shape a future where healthcare is more connected, innovative, and deeply personal.

We’re a global healthcare leader trusted by millions and committed to helping people to live longer, healthier, happier lives and making a better world. Healthcare is evolving, and so are we. By investing in advanced health technologies, better systems, and exciting pipelines of modern care products, we are empowering our residents to live with greater independence and dignity. In this role you won't just manage care, you’ll help pioneer a smarter, more connected ecosystem that delivers exceptional support to our communities.

Here, your work has purpose, your voice matters and your future is full of possibility.

Just imagine the impact you could make.

Hours & Roster Details:

• This is a casual role, meaning no guaranteed hours per week.

Thepurposeof this job

Bupa Merrivale Care Home is located in Te Kamo, Whangārei, in a peaceful setting surrounded by landscaped gardens and close to Kamo Village. The home provides rest home and hospital-level care.

As a Caregiver, you’ll work alongside a supportive team to:

• Assist with mobility in line with individual care plans
• Maintain accurate and timely care documentation
• Encourage residents to engage in social activities and community life
• Help create a warm, safe, and welcoming environment for residents, visitors, and your teammates

What you’ll need to make it possible

• Hold a Level 0-4 Caregiving qualification, with current medication competency (if Level 4) and a strong understanding of safe medication practices
• Bring proven experience in aged care or a comparable healthcare environment
• Exhibit genuine passion for supporting the elderly
• Possess confident communication and collaborate effectively within a multidisciplinary team
• Computer literacy across MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint)
• Hold legal entitlement to work in New Zealand

Why you’ll love it?

• Regularly offered free flu vaccinations, free skin checks, free period care products and free initial menopause consultation
• Complimentary uniforms provided so you can look and feel your best at work
• Access to Viva, Bupa's global employee wellbeing programme
• Bupa Employee Wellbeing Support Service (EAP)
• Access to a wide range of employee benefits and discounts across wellbeing, retail, technology and more

Our Values | Ā mātou ūara

Brave | Māiatanga Caring | Manaakitanga Responsible | Haepapa

Applications will be reviewed as they are received and therefore may result in the role closing early if the right applicant is found.

At Bupa your wellbeing, identity, and personal story are respected and valued. We are continuing to build teams that reflect the diversity of the communities we serve. Bupa is committed to providing equal opportunities and fostering a workplace and environment that is free of discrimination, bullying and harassment. We actively encourage applicants from all backgrounds and experiences, veterans, people with disabilities, and LGBTQIA+ applicants. We are dedicated to removing barriers to participation. If you need any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, or if you’d like to discuss how this role can be flexible for you, please let us know so we can support your participation on an equitable basis.