Caregiver - Part Time

Summerset; Christchurch; On-site; NZD 19,000 - 37,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekend penalty rates

Career progression opportunities

Southern Cross Health Essentials (not

Job summary

Summerset Casebrook village in Christchurch is seeking a caring, reliable part-time Caregiver to support residents with daily living, meals, hygiene and mobility within a friendly care team.

You will follow individual care plans, help residents stay active with activities, and contribute to a safe, respectful living environment. Fixed, predictable rosters make balancing life and work easier.

Qualifications

• Experience in aged care or a similar role.
• Strong verbal communication and ability to build lasting relationships.
• Commitment to a consistent part-time roster with set days and hours.

Responsibilities

• Deliver care and daily living support to residents.
• Assist with meals, hygiene, and mobility as required.
• Support residents to engage in activities and exercises.
• Follow individual care plans and safety protocols.

Skills

Aged care experience

Verbal communication

Compassionate patient care

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 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 resident’s daily lives.

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

We have a range of permanent part-time positions with fixed, predictable rosters, including:

• Tuesday to Saturday, 4:00pm to 8:00pm (20 hours per week)
• Sunday to Tuesday, 7:00am to 3:00pm, plus Wednesday and Thursday, 8:00am to 1:00pm (33.5 hours per week)
• Saturday, 7:00am to 3:00pm, Sunday, 8:00am to 1:00pm, and Monday, 8:00am to 1:30pm (17 hours per week)
• Tuesday and Wednesday, 3:00pm to 11:00pm, Friday, 4:00pm to 9:30pm, and Saturday, 4:30pm to 10:00pm (25.5 hours per week)
• Thursday to Saturday, 7:00am to 3:00pm (22.5 hours per week)

Fixed-Term Opportunity (until 17 February 2027)

• Tuesday to Saturday, 7:00am to 1:00pm (27.5 hours per week)

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 a consistent part-time roster with set days and hours.

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.

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 (not applicable to fixed-term position)