Caregiver - Coverpool

Role overview

Ryman Healthcare is looking for a compassionate Caregiver to join Diana Isaac Retirement Village in Mairehau, Christchurch. This is a full-time coverpool position where you will help make a real difference to residents by delivering thoughtful, respectful care as part of a supportive and varied team.

Work pattern

The position is rostered from Thursday through Monday, although the schedule may change depending on operational needs. Daily hours will vary based on the employer's advice, with a guaranteed average minimum of 30 hours per week.

What the role involves

• Build genuine, long-term connections with residents and their families.
• Carry out personal care in line with each resident's individual care plan, with the same level of attention you would want for your own loved ones.
• Use modern tools and technology, including the myRyman care app.
• Work alongside colleagues to create a positive, cooperative team culture.

What they are looking for

To do well in this environment, you will need a naturally kind approach, a strong sense of empathy, excellent communication skills, and a dependable, approachable, and professional manner. Prior experience in aged care is welcome but not required.

Eligibility

Applicants must have the legal right to work in New Zealand. The employer notes that while overseas applicants are sometimes considered, immigration rules mean this role requires New Zealand work rights.

About the employer

Ryman is a major retirement living and aged care organisation operating across New Zealand and Australia. The company employs more than 7,700 people in areas such as nursing, village operations, sales, technology, design, and corporate functions. Its care philosophy is built around delivering dependable, high-quality support every day, with a strong focus on resident wellbeing and a standard of care that meets the expectations of their own families.

The organisation is currently evolving its ways of working, with an emphasis on stronger business results, improved efficiency, and maintaining leadership in retirement living and care.

Benefits and support

Working here comes with certainty of hours through fixed rosters, a strong resident-to-staff ratio, and a fun, friendly, and supportive environment. You will also receive ongoing professional development support, access to scholarships and bursaries for further study, additional education, long service, and wellness leave beyond standard leave, a free designer uniform, secure premises with 24-hour management support, and access to more than 60 discounts across childcare, insurance, banking, retail, health, and wellbeing brands.

Diversity and recruitment note

The employer encourages people of all backgrounds and identities to apply. Applications are assessed as they are received, and interviews may happen before the advertised closing date, so the position could close early.