Caregiver | Full-time

Heritage Lifecare; Whanganui; On-site; NZD 36,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Heritage Lifecare in Whanganui is hiring a Healthcare Support Worker to provide individual resident care in a warm, supportive environment. This permanent full-time role offers 32+ hours per week at $32.06 per hour, with AM, PM, Nights and Weekend shifts available.

You will bring a caring attitude, strong communication, and a commitment to health and safety. NZQA Level 4 Health and Wellbeing or equivalent is required, with at least six months’ caregiving experience.

Qualifications

• Minimum NZQA Level 4 Certificate in Health and Wellbeing or equivalent.
• Minimum six months experience as a caregiver or in a similar role.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• A genuine love for helping people and patient care.
• Commitment to health and safety procedures.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Problem-solving

Customer service

Positive attitude

Education

NZQA Level 4 Certificate in Health and Wellbeing

Bachelor of Nursing

Diploma in Nursing

Job description

• Full Time
• Application Closes 04 Dec 2026
• Manawatu - Whanganui
• Healthcare Support Worker

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

St Johns Hill Lifecare is a 60-bed Care Home and Hospital located in the riverside city of Whanganui. 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

• St. Johns Hill Lifecare, located in Beautiful Whanganui
• Permanent Full-Time (32 hours or more per week)
• $32.06 per hour
• AM, PM, Nights 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

• Proven 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.

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.

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