Part-Time Housekeeping Assistant – Aged Care Training

Archer Villages & Care Homes; Christchurch; On-site; NZD 28,000 - 33,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Supportive team

On-the-job training

Career development

NZ Cleaning certificate support

Meaningful work

Job summary

Archer Villages & Care Homes in Christchurch, Canterbury is seeking a friendly Housekeeping Assistant to maintain clean, welcoming environments in a residential aged care setting. This part-time role offers 20 hours per week with training and career development opportunities.

You will work 4 hours a day, 5 days a week, with at least one weekend day essential, helping residents, families and staff enjoy a safe, comfortable environment and upholding infection control and health & safety standards.

Qualifications

• 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.
• 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.

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
• Working collaboratively as part of a supportive team environment

Skills

Positive attitude

Attention to detail

Reliable

Organised

Teamwork

Job description

Archer Villages & Care Homes in Christchurch, Canterbury is seeking a friendly Housekeeping Assistant to maintain clean, welcoming environments in a residential aged care setting. This part-time role offers 20 hours per week with training and career development opportunities.

You will work 4 hours a day, 5 days a week, with at least one weekend day essential, helping residents, families and staff enjoy a safe, comfortable environment and upholding infection control and health & safety standards.