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Bupa; Whangarei; On-site; NZD 30,000 - 39,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Fixed rosters

Bupa Campus access

Careerforce certifications

Wellbeing programme Viva

Health insurance - Southern Cross

Parental leave

Uniforms provided

Footwear allowance

Employee discounts

Flu vaccinations

Job summary

Bupa Tōtara Gardens Care Home in Whangārei is seeking a compassionate Caregiver to support mobility, documentation, and community activities within a modern rest home, hospital, dementia care setting.

This permanent part-time role offers average 24.5 hours across afternoon shifts, a 4 days on / 2 days off roster, and access to Bupa Campus, Careerforce certifications, health insurance, and welfare benefits.

Qualifications

• Hold a Level 0-4 Caregiving qualification with current medication competency.
• Experience in aged care or a similar healthcare setting.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist residents with mobility in line with individual care plans.
• Maintain accurate and timely care documentation.
• Encourage residents to engage in social activities and community life.
• Contribute to a warm, safe, and welcoming environment for residents and staff.

Skills

Medication competency

Mobility assistance

Education

Caregiving qualification (Level 0-4)

Job description

At Bupa, purpose meets possible.

Join us and help shape a future where healthcare is more connected, innovative, and deeply personal.

We’re a global healthcare leader trusted by millions and committed to helping people to live longer, healthier, happier lives and making a better world. Healthcare is evolving, and so are we. By investing in advanced health technologies, better systems, and exciting pipelines of modern care products, we are empowering our residents to live with greater independence and dignity. In this role you won't just manage care, you’ll help pioneer a smarter, more connected ecosystem that delivers exceptional support to our communities.

Here, your work has purpose, your voice matters and your future is full of possibility.

Just imagine the impact you could make.

Hours & Roster Details:

• Employment Type:Permanent Part-Time
• Hours: Average 24.5 hours
• Shift Time: All afternoon Shifts
• Roster Pattern:4 days on, 2 days off (6-weekly rotating roster across Monday - Sunday)

The purpose of this job

Located in Tikipunga, Whangārei, Bupa Tōtara Gardens Care Home is a modern, purpose-built care home offering a contemporary Rest Home, Hospital, Dementia Care, and Care Suites.

As a Caregiver, you’ll work alongside a supportive team to:

• Assist with mobility in line with individual care plans
• Maintain accurate and timely care documentation
• Encourage residents to engage in social activities and community life
• Help create a warm, safe, and welcoming environment for residents, visitors, and your teammates

What you’ll need to make it possible

• Hold a Level 0-4 Caregiving qualification, with current medication competency (if Level 4) and a strong understanding of safe medication practices
• Bring proven experience in aged care or a comparable healthcare environment
• Exhibit genuine passion for supporting the elderly
• Possess confident communication and collaborate effectively within a multidisciplinary team
• Computer literacy across MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint)
• Hold legal entitlement to work in New Zealand

Why you’ll love it?

• Plan your life ahead outside of work with fixed rolling rosters
• Access to Bupa Campus – your go-to space for global learning and development
• Recognition and support for Careerforce certifications
• Access to Viva, Bupa's global employee wellbeing programme
• Southern Cross health insurance membership with monthly premiums fully paid for eligible employees
• Enhanced parental leave - 12 or 24 weeks of paid gender-neutral parental leave for eligible employees
• Complimentary uniforms provided to look and your best at work. Annual footwear allowance
• Access to a wide range of employee benefits and discounts across retail, technology and more. Employee Assistance Programme when you need it most
• Regularly offered free flu vaccinations, free skin checks and initial menopause consultation
• Refer a Friend Programme

Our Values | Ā mātou ūara

Brave | Māiatanga Caring | Manaakitanga Responsible | Haepapa

Applications will be reviewed as they are received and therefore may result in the role closing early if the right applicant is found.

At Bupa your wellbeing, identity, and personal story are respected and valued. We are continuing to build teams that reflect the diversity of the communities we serve. Bupa is committed to providing equal opportunities and fostering a workplace and environment that is free of discrimination, bullying and harassment. We actively encourage applicants from all backgrounds and experiences, veterans, people with disabilities, and LGBTQIA+ applicants. We are dedicated to removing barriers to participation. If you need any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, or if you’d like to discuss how this role can be flexible for you, please let us know so we can support your participation on an equitable basis.