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Company DescriptionYou 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.Summerset Cambridge is preparing to open its brand-new care centre – a premium facility nestled in a picturesque, established village poised to become the heart of aged care in the region. This is an exciting opportunity to be part of something special from the very beginning, where you’ll help deliver compassionate, high-quality care in a state-of-the-art environment.Job DescriptionAs a Caregiver at our Cambridge 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 IncludeDelivering meals, supporting mealtimes, and assisting residents who need help eatingAiding with hygiene, such as showeringAssisting with Individual care plan requirements, such as walks and exercisesHelping with activities, such as puzzles, table tennis etc3 weeks paid training commences onsite on the 27th January 2026 ahead of the care centre’s official opening.You will work a 4 days on 2 days off rotating shift pattern with a minimum of 30 hours and maximum of 40 hours per week. Shifts will be across morning, afternoon and nights.QualificationsPlease click here to view the full job description.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 YouExperience in aged care or similar industryNZ Certificate in Health and Wellbeing (Level 3 or 4) or equivalent (essential)Strong verbal communication skills with the ability to build lasting relationshipsCommitment to a rotational roster across morning, afternoon and night shiftsAt 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 InformationSummerset'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 rates of an additional 40% on your hourly rateTime and a half for all work or shifts over 8 hours in a daySouthern Cross Health Essentials InsuranceNext Steps: Applications for this role will close on Wednesday 5th November. Successful applicants will be asked to join our recruitment open day at the end of November.
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