Caregiver at Heritage Lifecare

Job Description:

Latest job information from Heritage Lifecare for the position of Caregiver. If the Caregiver vacancy in Stratford, North Island matches your qualifications, please submit your latest application or CV directly through the updated Jobkos job portal.

Please note that applying for a job may not always be easy, as new candidates must meet certain qualifications and requirements set by the company. We hope the career opportunity at Heritage Lifecare for the position of Caregiver below matches your qualifications.

• Casual
• Application Closes 31 Oct 2025
• Taranaki - Stratford
• Healthcare Support Worker

Join our team at Elizabeth R Lifecare to make a positive impact on the lives of our residents by providing exceptional care in a warm and caring environment. 

Elizabeth R Lifecare is a 36-bed Care Home and Hospital with a 9-unit Village, located in the Taranaki town of Stratford. Our team comes from all around the world and are open and welcoming to people from diverse backgrounds and cultures. But we are all connected in our Heritage community by our passion for caring and empathy. Why would you want to work anywhere else?    

About Us:

Heritage Lifecare is one of the leading and largest aged care providers in New Zealand, and the largest dementia provider. We are a fast growing, dynamic organisation with 42 care homes and 20 villages from Whangarei to Invercargill, with an abundance of opportunity. We pride ourselves on being a caring community and have a supporting and nurturing culture; we are whānau. 

About this role

• Elizabeth R Lifecare in Stratford, Taranaki
• Casual (as and when required not on a regular basis)
• AM, PM, Night and Weekend shifts  

We have a fantastic opportunity for a Caregiver with a passion for caring for others, to make a meaningful difference to the lives of our residents. You will have a positive compassionate attitude, the ability to make others smile, and be great at working with people. You will play a pivotal role in ensuring that our residents are cared for to the highest standard with kindness and patience, in a warm and caring atmosphere

Your Skills and Experience:

• Proven experience caring for others, ideally within an aged care environment.
• Minimum NZQA Certificate in Health and Wellbeing, or an equivalent New Zealand or overseas qualification (e.g. Bachelor of Nursing, Diploma in Nursing) would be preferred, but not essential.
• Good communication, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills.
• A genuine love for helping people, excellent customer service skills, with a friendly and positive attitude.
• A passion for continuous improvement, with a sound understanding of the importance of health and safety procedures.

What's in it for you:

• Work for one of the most progressive aged care companies in New Zealand.
• Competitive pay scale based on skills & experience.
• Opportunities for professional development and advancement.
• Supportive and collaborative work environment.
• Make a meaningful difference in the lives of our residents.

Join Us:

Submit an online application today by selecting the ‘Apply' link

Heritage Lifecare fosters an environment that celebrates diversity and inclusion. We uphold the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi.

Applications will be reviewed as they are received, and interviews may take place prior to the close date.

Applicants must have the legal right to work in New Zealand. Following NZ Immigration requirements, we must first consider candidates that already hold the right to work in NZ for this role. Therefore, we may be unable to support a visa application for this role. 

Job Info:

• Company: Heritage Lifecare
• Position: Caregiver
• Work Location: Stratford, North Island
• Country: NZ

How to Submit an Application:

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