Housekeeping Assistant (Part-Time)

Archer Villages & Care Homes; Christchurch; On-site; NZD 32,000 - 37,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Full on-the-job training

NZ Certificate in Cleaning (Level 2) -

Career progression in aged care

Job summary

Archer Villages & Care Homes (Canterbury, Christchurch) is seeking a Part-Time Housekeeping Assistant to maintain a clean, safe, and welcoming environment for residents, visitors and staff. The role covers 20 hours per week, 4 hours daily over 5 days, with at least one weekend day required.

You will follow infection control and health & safety procedures, manage cleaning equipment and supplies, and contribute to a supportive atmosphere.

Qualifications

• Previous housekeeping, cleaning, hospitality, or aged care experience is preferred but not essential.
• Full training will be provided for the right person.

Responsibilities

• Maintaining a high standard of cleanliness throughout the facility
• Cleaning resident rooms, bathrooms, communal areas, and staff spaces
• Following infection control and health & safety procedures
• Managing cleaning equipment and supplies responsibly
• Reporting maintenance issues and hazards
• Supporting a positive, welcoming atmosphere for residents, families, and visitors

Skills

Positive attitude

Strong work ethic

Attention to detail

Reliable

Trustworthy

Well organised

Compassion and respect

Team player

Job description

Housekeeping Assistant (Part-Time)

20 Hours per Week | Aged Residential Care | Training & Career Development Available

Do you take pride in creating clean, welcoming environments and enjoy making a positive difference in people’s lives?

We are seeking a friendly and reliable Housekeeping Assistant to join our caring team in a residential aged care setting. This role plays an important part in ensuring our residents, visitors, and staff enjoy a clean, safe, and comfortable environment every day. The role focuses on maintaining high standards of cleanliness while supporting resident wellbeing and dignity.

About The Role

• 4 hours per day


• 5 days per week


• Availability to work at least one weekend day is essential

As a Housekeeping Assistant, You Will Be Responsible For

• Maintaining a high standard of cleanliness throughout the facility


• Cleaning resident rooms, bathrooms, communal areas, and staff spaces


• Following infection control and health & safety procedures


• Managing cleaning equipment and supplies responsibly


• Reporting maintenance issues and hazards


• Supporting a positive, welcoming atmosphere for residents, families, and visitors


• Working collaboratively as part of a supportive team environment

About You

We are looking for someone who:

• Has a positive attitude and strong work ethic


• Takes pride in their work and attention to detail


• Is reliable, trustworthy, and well organised


• Demonstrates compassion and respect when working around older people


• Can work independently and as part of a team


• Is willing to learn and follow cleaning, infection control, and health & safety procedures

Previous housekeeping, cleaning, hospitality, or aged care experience is preferred but not essential. Full training will be provided for the right person.

What We Offer

• Supportive and friendly team environment


• Full on-the-job training


• Opportunity to build a career in aged care support services


• Potential support towards completing the New Zealand Certificate in Cleaning (Level 2) and future progression opportunities for the right candidate


• Meaningful work where you make a genuine difference in residents’ daily lives

If you are someone who enjoys keeping things clean, organised, and welcoming while working in a rewarding healthcare environment, we would love to hear from you.