Caregiver - Memory Care

Summerset Holdings; Waikanae; On-site; NZD 48,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekend penalty rates

Career progression

Health insurance

Uniform provided

Job summary

Summerset Holdings in Waikanae is seeking a Caregiver for our Memory Care Centre. This full-time role operates on a 4-on, 2-off roster, with AM/PM shifts to support residents living with dementia. You will deliver meals, assist with hygiene, support individual care plans and activities, and build lasting relationships with residents and families.

We value empathy and teamwork, offer strong benefits, and a supportive workplace where people matter. Applications close 20/10/2026.

Qualifications

• Experience in aged care or a similar role.
• Experience with dementia care.
• Strong verbal communication and relationship-building skills.

Responsibilities

• Deliver meals and assist with mealtimes.
• Aid with hygiene, including showering.
• Support with individual care plans, walks and exercises.
• Assist with activities and resident engagement.

Skills

Aged care experience

Dementia care

Communication skills

Job description

Company Description:

You can help bring our villages to life!

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.

Job Description:

As a Caregiver at our Waikanae villageyou will work as part of our compassionate team in the Memory Care Centre, where we deliver high-quality, resident-directed care for people living with dementia. Our secure, specialist environment supports safety while promoting a fulfilling and enjoyable lifestyle, with each resident’s quality of life at the heart of everything we do.Our care is resident-directed, meaning we tailor care and support to each individual’s preferences, values, and needs

This is a full time position, working AM/PM shifts on a 4 on 2 off roster.

Typical duties include:

• 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

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
• Experience with dementia care
• Strong verbal communication skills with the ability to build lasting relationships
• Ability to work a roster pattern of 4 days on and 2 days off

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 additional penal hourly rates apply
• Opportunities to progress your caregiver career and gain further qualifications
• Southern Cross Health Essentials Insurance
• Uniform provided

Next Steps:Applications for this role will close on 20/10/2026.

This role may close early due to an increased number of applications.