Healthcare Assistant

Oceania; Christchurch; On-site; NZD 30,307 - 38,572; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly rates

Education and development

Career progression

Wellbeing support

Supportive team environment

Job summary

Oceania in Christchurch is seeking compassionate Healthcare Assistants to support residents across our villages. You’ll join teams delivering person-centred care in a warm, safe environment.

You’ll work across various shifts, with opportunities for full-time, part-time or casual roles while making a meaningful difference in daily living for older adults.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Healthcare Assistant, Caregiver or similar care role.
• Compassionate, patient and respectful approach to caring for older adults.
• Clear communication and a team-focused mindset.
• Flexibility to work a rotating roster including weekends and night shifts.

Responsibilities

• Provide personal care in a way that maintains dignity, privacy and comfort.
• Support residents with daily activities such as hygiene, mobility, nutrition and hydration.
• Observe and respond to residents’ physical and emotional needs, escalating concerns as needed.
• Build warm, respectful relationships with residents and their families/whānau.
• Create a safe, clean environment promoting wellbeing and independence.
• Follow care plans and work with Registered Nurses to ensure high-quality care.
• Communicate clearly and compassionately with residents, families and team.
• Maintain health, safety and infection control practices.

Skills

Healthcare experience

Compassionate care

Clear communication

Teamwork

Flexibility

Job description

Looking for a rewarding career where you can genuinely make a difference every day? Oceania is looking for compassionate and dedicated Healthcare Assistants to join our teams across our Christchurch sites.

You’ll be considered for multiple current and upcoming opportunities across our villages in the region. Whether you’re looking for full-time, part-time or casual work, we’d love to hear from you.

If you’re passionate about supporting older people to live with dignity, independence and comfort, we’d love to welcome you to Oceania.

What you’ll be doing:

As a Healthcare Assistant, you will support residents to live with comfort, dignity, and independence, delivering care that is respectful, safe, and genuinely person-centred. You’ll focus on building trusting relationships and creating a calm, supportive environment where residents feel listened to, valued, and cared for. You will:

• Provide personal care in a way that maintains dignity, privacy, and comfort
• Support residents with daily activities such as hygiene, mobility, nutrition, and hydration
• Observe and respond to residents’ physical and emotional needs, escalating concerns appropriately
• Build warm, respectful relationships with residents and their families/whānau
• Create a safe, clean, and welcoming environment that promotes wellbeing and independence
• Follow individual care plans and work closely with Registered Nurses to ensure consistent, high-quality care
• Communicate clearly and compassionately with residents, families, and your wider team
• Take responsibility for health, safety, and infection control practices to keep everyone safe

What you’ll bring:

• Previous experience as a Healthcare Assistant, Caregiver or similar care role.
• A compassionate, patient, and respectful approach to caring for older adults
• Clear communication skills and a strong team-focused mindset
• A commitment to safety, dignity, and resident-centred care
• Flexibility to work a rotating roster, that may include weekends and night shifts

Why Oceania?

At Oceania, we’re reimagining retirement and aged care in New Zealand. With more than 30 villages nationwide, we create communities where residents feel safe, valued and connected.

When you join Oceania, you’ll enjoy:

• Competitive hourly rates
• Ongoing education and development opportunities
• Career progression across our nationwide villages
• Employee wellbeing support
• A supportive team environment where your contribution is valued
• The opportunity to make a meaningful difference every day

Why join Oceania?

At Oceania, we’re reimagining retirement and aged care living in New Zealand. As the proud owner and operator of over 30 villages nationwide, supporting more than 4,000 residents, we create homes and communities - not just villages - where people feel safe, valued, and connected.

Our people are at the heart of everything we do. United by a shared purpose to make the difference in every task, every challenge, every day, we work as one team, look out for each other, and take pride in delivering care that truly matters. We’re committed to safety and wellbeing, we’re always finding better ways to improve what we do, and we follow through on our promises because our residents and families count on us.

When you join Oceania, you’ll be supported to grow and succeed in a positive, inclusive environment. We offer competitive hourly rates, access to free and confidential wellbeing support services, ongoing training, and opportunities to develop your skills and build a meaningful, long-term career in aged care.

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