JOB DETAILS

Caregiver - Casual

CompanySummerset
LocationWharewaka
Work ModeOn Site
PostedJune 4, 2026
About The Company
Summerset is one of New Zealand's leading retirement village operators, and more than 9,500 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 the Cranbourne North retirement village, Chirnside Park 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 9,500 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 Summerset by the Lake 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

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 19th June. This role may close early due to an increased number of applications - apply as soon as possible to avoid disappointment! 

  • Employee Type: Casual
  • Work Location: Taupo
  • Key Skills
    Personal CareAged CareVerbal CommunicationEmpathyPatient CareHygiene AssistanceRelationship Building
    Categories
    HealthcareSocial Services
    Benefits
    Weekend Additional Penal Hourly RatesCareer Progression OpportunitiesQualifications SupportUniform Provided
    Job Information
    📋Core Responsibilities
    Provide personal care and daily assistance to residents, including hygiene support and meal delivery. Assist with individual care plans, exercises, and engaging residents in social activities.
    📋Job Type
    casual
    📊Experience Level
    0-2
    💼Company Size
    1070
    📊Visa Sponsorship
    No
    💼Language
    English
    🏢Working Hours
    40 hours
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