Caregiver Full time

Heritage Lifecare; Invercargill City, Auckland; Hybrid; NZD 44,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

Heritage Lifecare Invercargill is seeking a caring Caregiver to join our team at Cargill Lifecare & Village. This permanent full-time role (32 hours or more per week) offers a supportive, warm environment where residents receive compassionate, person-centred care.

You will bring experience in caring for others, NZQA Level 4 Health and Wellbeing (or equivalent), strong communication skills, and a friendly, team‑oriented approach. Shifts include AM, PM, Night and Weekends with competitive pay.

Qualifications

• Proven experience caring for others, ideally in aged care.
• NZQA Level 4 Health and Wellbeing or equivalent (e.g. BN/Dip Nursing).
• Minimum six months as a caregiver or similar role.
• Strong communication, interpersonal and problem-solving skills.
• Genuine love for helping people and excellent customer service.
• Commitment to health and safety procedures and continuous improvement.

Skills

Caregiving experience

Excellent communication

Interpersonal skills

Positive attitude

Problem-solving

Health & safety awareness

Education

NZQA Level 4 Health and Wellbeing

Bachelor of Nursing (or equivalent)

Job description

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

Cargill Lifecare & Village is a 40-bed Care Home with a 34-unit Village located in Invercargill. 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. Why would you want to work anywhere else?

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:

• Cargill Lifecare located in Invercargill
• Permanent Full-Time (32 hours or more per week)
• $32.06 per hour
• AM, PM, Night and Weekend shifts

We have a fantastic opportunity for a Caregiver 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.

Your Skills and Experience:

• Prove experience caring for others, ideally within an aged care environment.
• Minimum NZQA Level 4 Certificate in Health and Wellbeing, or an equivalent New Zealand or overseas qualification (e.g. Bachelor of Nursing, Diploma in Nursing)
• Minimum six months experience as a caregiver or in a similar role.
• Good communication, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills.
• 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.

Join Us:

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. Therefore, we may be unable to support a visa application for this role.