Care and Support Worker

Pay Range: Subject to completed qualifications or experience

The CARE Village operates 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. You will be required to work a range of shifts, AM, PM Nocte and weekends.

PURPOSE: Caregiver staff are part of the care team and performs tasks as specified, relating to resident care, work under the direction and supervision of a Registered Nurse who is accountable for that care.

Key Responsibilities: Clinical

• Provides daily care delivery for residents in line with individual nursing care plans and resident requests
• Observes and communicates changes in resident’s conditions as appropriate
• Acts as an advocate for the residents and families and encourages the involvement of resident and family in care
• Communication skills are demonstrated consistently at an appropriate level

• Follows organizations Policy and Procedure in all matters
• Ensures all resources are used appropriately and, in a cost, effective manner while balancing the needs of the resident against the needs of the business
• Participates in the quality improvement program within the team in line with the QI plan for the site
• A consistently high standard of professional stands and customer service will be always delivered.

• Takes responsibility for a high standard of personal presentation
• Maintains the highest level of confidentiality
• Always maintains professional boundaries
• Takes responsibility for active participation in own professional development

• Takes responsibility for health and safety in line with the requirements of the Health and Safety Act and with organizations policy and guidelines
• Ensure that all work complies with the organizations health and safety policies
• Processes are carried out as per guidelines, instructions and standards to minimize risks

• Ensure that all work complies with organizations policies and procedures
• Maintains a high standard of teamwork and initiative
• Perform any other general duties as required by Management

• Must be a NZ resident OR have a current visa with eligibility to work in NZ
• NZ Citizens and Residents are welcome to apply and will be considered first, before offering to an AEWV applicant.
• Must be able to work rostered shifts including weekends.
• Must have at least one year experience or relevant qualifications.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Need to be willing to embrace our philosophy of care, which is an important part of life for our residents.
• Want to make a difference in the lives of people living in aged care homes.

Why Join Us

At The CARE Village, you’ll be part of a team that truly makes a difference. We offer a supportive workplace culture, opportunities for ongoing professional growth, and the change to contribute to a unique care model that celebrates life, dignity and community.

Applications close 29 May 2026