At Selwyn Village, our Care Partners play a vital role in supporting older people to live with dignity, comfort and connection. We are a values-led organisation and genuinely care for our residents and each other.

We offer fixed shifts across a range of patterns, along with a competitive hourly rate of $28.63 - $31.08 plus applicable allowances, giving you stability, certainty and work-life balance.

Please note your preferred vacancy in your cover letter:

• Vacancy 1: Tuesday to Saturday 0700-1330 - 30 hrs
• Vacancy 2: Tuesday, Thursday, Friday 1500-2315 - 23.25hrs
• Vacancy 3: Wednesday to Sunday 1600-2230 - 30hrs
• Vacancy 4: Friday 0700-1330, Saturday 0700-1515, Sunday 0700-1330, Monday 1500-2200 - 26.25hrs
  

Why join Selwyn Village?

• Purpose-led work - make a meaningful difference in residents' lives every day
• Supportive team culture - work alongside experienced clinicians and care staff who value respect and teamwork
• Stability and certainty - fixed shift patterns and ongoing employment
• Learning and growth - training, mentoring and development opportunities
• Values-based organisation - kindness, compassion and integrity guide how we work
  

About the role

As a Health Care Assistant (Care Partner), you will provide high-quality personal care and daily living support to residents in line with individual care plans and Selwyn Village values.

Key responsibilities include:

• Assisting residents with personal care (e.g. showering, dressing, toileting and mobility)
• Supporting residents with meals, hydration and daily routines
• Observing, reporting and recording changes in residents' condition or wellbeing
• Providing emotional support and companionship
• Maintaining a clean, safe and respectful environment
• Working collaboratively with Registered Nurses and the wider care team
• Following all policies, procedures, infection control and health & safety requirements

About you

You will be:

• Compassionate, patient and respectful
• Reliable and able to work fixed shifts as rostered
• Comfortable working in an aged care environment
• A strong communicator with residents, families and colleagues
  

You will ideally have:

• Previous experience (minimum one year) as a Health Care Assistant, Caregiver or Support Worker (aged care preferred)
• Experience working in a dementia unit or supporting residents living with dementia
• A relevant qualification (e.g. NZ Certificate in Health & Wellbeing - Level 2-4)
• Basic computer skills for documentation
• The ability to meet the physical requirements of the role
  

Applications

If you are passionate about caring for older people and want to work in a supportive, purpose-driven environment, we would love to hear from you.

Apply now and become part of the Selwyn Village whānau.