Caregiver - Part-Time

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Summerset is seeking a part-time Caregiver for its Waikanae Village to join a caring team focused on delivering personal care, meals, hygiene support and activity assistance, with a 4 days on 2 days off rotating schedule (AM and PM shifts). The role rewards empathy, patience and strong communication, plus a track record in aged care or a similar setting and the ability to build lasting relationships. Benefits include weekend penalty rates, opportunities to progress and Southern Cross Health Essentials Insurance. Apply early by 24 July 2026 as applications may close sooner; tailor your CV to show care plans, mobility support and teamwork.

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 Waikanae 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

The shift/hours for this role are: 4 days on 2 days off rotating AM/PM shifts. 

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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 a rotational roster across morning, afternoon and night shifts
• Ability to work a roster pattern of 4 days on and 2 days off

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 further qualifications
• Southern Cross Health Essentials Insurance

Next Steps: Applications for this role will close on 24/07/2026. This role may close early due to an increased number of applications - apply as soon as possible to avoid disappointment!