Kaitiaki

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Summerset is seeking a Kaitiaki at Summerset at Wigram, Christchurch, full-time onsite, rotating fortnightly roster. You’ll support residents with meals and drinks, mobility therapy, emotional well-being, safety, and activities, with accurate notes and collaboration with Diversional and Recreational Therapists and clinical staff. This role suits someone naturally empathetic, patient and resilient, with willingness to complete NZQA Dementia training and a strong commitment to teamwork and learning. To apply, tailor your CV to highlight aged-care or support experience, share an an example of compassionate care, and show availability for these shifts. Apply by July 16; early closes possible. Benefits include Southern Cross, birthday leave, and weekend penalties.

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 Kaitiaki at our Summerset at Wigram village, you’ll play an important role in supporting the safest, healthiest and most enjoyable lifestyle possible for our Care Centre residents. You’ll be part of a close-knit team, focused on person-centred care and enhancing the wellbeing of every resident.

This role includes a strong focus on mobility support, recreation, and mealtime care – all guided by structured morning and afternoon shift schedules.

Typical duties include:

• Supporting residents with meals and drinks, including one-on-one help where needed
• Assisting residents to follow their mobility therapy plans (e.g., walking, gentle exercise)
• Providing emotional support to residents who may feel anxious, isolated or confused
• Helping maintain a safe environment, especially for those at risk of falling
• Supporting individual and small group activities alongside Diversional and Recreational Therapists
• Keeping accurate progress notes and alerting clinical staff to any concerns

We know that this role makes a difference - our residents love having someone there whose job is to spend time with them and put a smile on their face.

This is a full time role working 35 hours on a rotating fortnightly roster:

• Week 1: Thursday & Friday 1pm - 6:30pm, Saturday 8am - 1:30pm
• Week 2: Wednesday - Friday 1pm - 6:30pm, Saturday 8am - 1:30pm

Qualifications

You’ll be naturally empathetic, kind and patient, with a genuine interest in supporting older people. This role suits someone who thrives when making a meaningful difference each day.

You’ll bring with you:

• Willingness to complete NZQA Dementia training modules
• Emotional resilience and excellent interpersonal skills
• Strong commitment to teamwork and continuous learning
• Experience working in aged care or a related support role is ideal but not essential

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:

• Additional weekend penal rates
• Southern Cross Health Essentials Insurance
• Birthday Leave + Long Service Leave

Next Steps: Applications for this role will close on Thursday 16th July. This role may close early due to an increased number of applications - apply as soon as possible to avoid disappointment!