JOB DETAILS

Caregiver - Fixed Term

CompanySummerset
LocationUpper Hutt
Work ModeOn Site
PostedApril 22, 2026
About The Company
Summerset is one of New Zealand's leading retirement village operators, and more than 8,000 New Zealanders call Summerset home. Our vibrant villages focus on bringing the best of life to our residents, and we offer a continuum of care to provide peace of mind should the care needs of our residents’ change. Our recent expansion into Australia includes two retirement villages in development and five more in the works in Victoria. Across Australasia Summerset provides a range of living options and care services to more than 8,000 residents and employs more than 2,800 staff. Summerset has corporate offices located in Wellington, Auckland, Christchurch and Melbourne. We offer a range of careers, from development and design through to care, village and property management, and corporate functions such as finance and marketing.
About the Role

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 Trentham 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 fixed‑term role working a 4‑on, 2‑off rotating AM and PM roster, through to 16 January 2027.

Please click here to view the full job description.  

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—including those with transferable skills from other industries. You may not tick all the requirements, and that’s okay; we value what you bring to the table and look at the whole individual. We’re committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels valued, respected, and supported to thrive.

Equal opportunity is at the heart of how we recruit, and we encourage you to bring your unique perspective and passion to our team.

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 Wednesday 6th May. This role may close early due to an increased number of applications - apply as soon as possible to avoid disappointment! 

  • Employee Type: Fixed Term
  • Work Location: Trentham
  • Key Skills
    Aged carePersonal careHygiene assistanceMeal deliveryCommunication skillsRelationship buildingEmpathyPatienceCompassionTeamwork
    Categories
    HealthcareSocial Services
    Benefits
    Weekend additional penal hourly ratesCareer progression opportunitiesFurther qualification supportSouthern Cross Health Essentials Insurance
    Job Information
    📋Core Responsibilities
    The caregiver will provide personal care and assistance to residents, including help with hygiene, meals, and daily activities. They will work as part of a team to ensure a safe and enjoyable lifestyle for residents at the village.
    📋Job Type
    full time
    📊Experience Level
    0-2
    💼Company Size
    1068
    📊Visa Sponsorship
    No
    💼Language
    English
    🏢Working Hours
    40 hours
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