Caregiver - Casual

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Summerset is hiring a Casual Caregiver for the Cambridge village, focusing on personal care, meals, hygiene, and activities, with shifts across AM, PM and nights on an as-needed basis. The role emphasizes empathy, patience and the ability to build relationships with residents, plus experience in aged care or a similar setting; you should be comfortable with short-notice shifts and weekend penalties apply. Benefits include competitive rates, uniform provided, opportunities to progress and gain qualifications, and a supportive team culture. To apply effectively, tailor your resume to show hands-on care and teamwork, highlight flexibility and communication, and submit before July 31, applying early due to possible early closure.

Company Description

You can help bring our villages to life! 

At Summerset, from the moment we start developing a village, to when our residents call it home, it’s the passion and dedication of our people that brings our villages to life. We are one team united by being part of something bigger – to bring the best of life to our residents.  

Job Description

As a Caregiver at our Cambridge village, you will work as part of a team that creates the safest, healthiest and most enjoyable lifestyle for our residents. This role is varied and centres around providing personal care and assistance to our resident’s daily lives.

Typical duties include:

• Delivering meals and helping with mealtimes
• Aiding with hygiene, such as showering
• Assisting with Individual care plan requirements, such as walks and exercises
• Helping with activities, such as puzzles, table tennis etc

This is a Casual role. Working on an as and when needed basis. (Shifts when required will be across, AM, PM and nights)

Qualifications

You will naturally be empathetic, kind and patient, and thrive in a role where your compassion and care make a difference to people’s lives.

You’ll bring with you:

• Experience in aged care or a similar role
• Strong verbal communication skills with the ability to build lasting relationships
• Commitment to being available for a variety of shifts, sometimes at short notice

At Summerset, we believe diversity strengthens our team and enriches the care we provide. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, experiences, and walks of life.

Additional Information

Summerset's known for its excellent benefits and strong sense of values around care, teamwork and drive for excellence. With some of the best benefits in the sector, some of these include:

• Weekend additional penal hourly rates apply 
• Opportunities to progress your caregiver career and gain qualifications
• Uniform provided

Next Steps: Applications for this role will close on Friday 31st July. This role may close early due to an increased number of applications - apply as soon as possible to avoid disappointment!