Caregiver- Part Time

Heritage Lifecare; Havelock North; On-site; NZD 30,000 - 36,000; Part time

Job summary

Heritage Lifecare is seeking a Healthcare Support Worker for Waiapu House Lifecare in Havelock North, Hawke's Bay. This is a permanent part-time role (24 hours per week) with AM, PM, Night and Weekend shifts. You will provide compassionate care to residents and contribute to a warm, supportive environment.

Applicants should have NZQA Health and Wellbeing or equivalent, strong communication skills, and a positive attitude. We value whānau and a dedication to high-quality care.

Qualifications

• Proven experience caring for others, ideally in aged care.
• NZQA Certificate in Health and Wellbeing or equivalent.
• Good communication, interpersonal and problem-solving skills.
• Friendly, positive attitude and genuine care for residents.
• Understanding of health and safety procedures.

Responsibilities

• Assist residents with daily living activities.
• Support a warm, caring environment across shifts.
• Collaborate with the care team to maintain high care standards.
• Follow care plans and report changes to supervisors.

Skills

Proven experience caring for others

NZQA Certificate in Health and Wellbe

Good communication and interpersonal

Friendly and positive attitude

Health and safety awareness

Education

NZQA Certificate in Health and Wellbeing

Bachelor of Nursing or equivalent

Job description

• Part Time
• Application Closes 11 Dec 2026
• Hawkes Bay - Havelock North
• Healthcare Support Worker

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

Waiapu House Lifecare is a 74-bed Care Home with a 31-unit Village, located in the sunny Hawke's Bay Village of Havelock North. 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

• Waiapu House Lifecare, located in sunny Hawke's Bay Village of Havelock North
• Permanent Part-Time (24 hours per week)
• 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

• Proven experience caring for others, ideally within an aged care environment.
• Minimum NZQA Certificate in Health and Wellbeing, or an equivalent New Zealand or overseas qualification (e.g. Bachelor of Nursing, Diploma in Nursing)
• 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.

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