Caregiver

About the Company

Summerset is focused on creating village communities where residents can enjoy a high quality of life. From the early stages of development through to day-to-day life in the village, the organisation relies on committed people who work together to support residents and help each community feel like home.

Role Overview

As a Caregiver at the Summerset on the Coast village in Paraparaumu, you will be part of a team dedicated to providing a safe, healthy, and enjoyable environment for residents. The role is hands-on and varied, with a strong focus on personal care and day-to-day support.

Key Duties

• Serving meals and assisting residents during mealtimes
• Supporting personal hygiene tasks, including showering
• Helping with individual care plan activities such as walks and exercise
• Engaging residents in recreational activities like puzzles and table tennis

Working Pattern

This position follows a rotating roster of 4 days on and 2 days off, with shifts covering mornings, afternoons, and nights.

What We’re Looking For

The ideal person will be naturally compassionate, patient, and considerate, with a genuine desire to make a positive difference in residents’ lives.

Experience and Skills

• Previous experience in aged care or a comparable caregiving role
• Clear verbal communication and the ability to build trusted relationships
• Willingness to work across a rotating roster that includes AM, PM, and night shifts
• Ability to work consistently on a 4-days-on, 2-days-off pattern

Diversity and Inclusion

Summerset encourages applications from people of all backgrounds, experiences, and life journeys, and values the strength that diversity brings to the team and to resident care.

Additional Information

Summerset offers a strong benefits culture with a focus on care, teamwork, and excellence. Benefits mentioned for this role include weekend penal hourly rates, opportunities to advance in a caregiver career and gain additional qualifications, and Southern Cross Health Essentials Insurance.

Application Closing

Applications close on 29/07/2026, although the role may close earlier if a high volume of applications is received.