Compassionate Caregiver - Part-Time, Rotating Shifts

Summerset - Care; Auckland; On-site; NZD 41,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

40 hours per week

Extra hours up to 8 per week

Hourly wage $30.00–$31.00

Weekend penalty rate $4.00 per hour

Night shift $20 bonus per shift

Full paid orientation and onboarding

Job summary

Edenvale Home & Hospital in Mt Eden, Auckland, is seeking a qualified Healthcare Assistant for a permanent role starting mid December 2026. The role involves administering medications and providing specialised care to residents with significant health needs.

Applicants must hold a New Zealand Certificate in Health and Wellbeing at Level 5 (or Level 4 with additional experience) and be able to work shifts including nights, weekends, and public holidays.

Qualifications

• NZ Certificate in Health and Wellbeing Level 5 or Level 4 with required experience.
• Option 1 or Option 2 with specified years of experience as a Healthcare Assistant.

Responsibilities

• Administer medications.
• Assist residents with complex personal care needs.
• Collaborate with healthcare teams to ensure resident wellbeing.

Skills

Clinical communication

Shifts availability

Resident care

Education

NZ Certificate in Health and Wellbeing (Level 5)

NZ Certificate in Health and Wellbeing (Level 4)

Job description

Job Description

About Edenvale Home & Hospital

Edenvale Home & Hospital is a boutique 41-bed facility located in Mt Eden, Auckland, offering 24/7 care to our Rest Home, Hospital, and Dementia residents.

We are seeking a qualified and experienced Healthcare Assistant for a permanent role starting mid December 2026.

The position involves providing specialised care to residents with significant health needs and utilising advanced skills gained through a New Zealand Certificate in Health and Wellbeing qualification.

Key Responsibilities

• Administering medications.


• Assisting residents with complex personal care needs.


• Collaborating with healthcare teams to ensure optimal patient wellbeing.

Suitable Candidates

Applicants must meet one of the following qualification and experience combinations:

Option 1

• New Zealand Certificate in Health and Wellbeing(Level 5) qualification or international equivalent, or higher; and


• A minimum of1 year of relevant experienceas a Healthcare Assistant or in a similar healthcare role.

OR

Option 2

• New Zealand Certificate in Health and Wellbeing(Level 4) qualification or international equivalent; and


• A minimum of2 years of relevant experienceas a Healthcare Assistant or in a similar healthcare role.

Additional Requirements

• Be able to work shifts, includingnights, weekends and public holidays.


• Have reasonable competence in English.


• Be fit and able to perform the role, which includes some lifting.


• Have a clean criminal record, with no convictions relating to dishonesty or assault.


• Be willing to complete credit, background and police vetting checks, if required.


• Providetwo confidential work references, includingone New Zealand-based reference from recent employment.

Ideal Candidates

• A minimum of3 years of relevant experienceis preferred. Experience in specialised health assistant care.

What We Offer

• A minimum of40 hours per weekon the roster.


• Additional hours may be offered from time to time, up to8 hours extra per week.


• All additional hours are paid at the standard hourly rate.


• Hourly wage of$30.00 to $31.00, depending on experience and qualifications.


• An additional$4.00 per hour weekend penal rate.


• One-off $20 when working night shift.


• Full paid, orientation and onboarding for new team members.