Caregiver - Casual

Summerset Retirement Villages; Christchurch; On-site; NZD 30,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A premier retirement community provider in Christchurch is seeking a compassionate Caregiver to support residents in their daily lives. This casual role requires strong communication skills and experience in aged care. You'll assist with meals, personal hygiene, and activities. Excellent benefits include enhanced pay rates for weekend work and over-time shifts. Apply by 18th October to join a dedicated team committed to exceptional care.

Benefits

Weekend rates of an additional 40%

Time and a half for shifts over 8 hours

Uniform provided

Qualifications

• Experience in aged care or a similar role.
• Commitment to being available for a variety of shifts.
• Compassionate attitude towards residents.

Responsibilities

• Deliver meals and assist with mealtimes.
• Help with personal hygiene and daily activities.
• Assist residents with their individual care plans.

Skills

Empathy

Strong verbal communication

Ability to assist with personal care

Job description

Overview

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.

As a Caregiver at our Casebrook 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 residents’ daily lives.

Responsibilities

• 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 Casual role. Working on an as and when needed basis

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 being available for a variety of shifts, sometimes at short notice

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 rates of an additional 40% on your hourly rate
• Time and a half for all work or shifts over 8 hours in a day
• Uniform provided

Next Steps

Next Steps: Applications for this role will close on 18th October. This role may close early due to an increased number of applications - apply as soon as possible to avoid disappointment!