Healthcare Assistant

Role overview

Oceania is hiring a Healthcare Assistant to work at Gracelands in Hastings, Hawke's Bay. The role is focused on helping residents live with dignity, comfort, and a genuine sense of connection each day. It suits someone who cares deeply about meaningful support and wants to contribute to a team that is guided by strong values.

What you'll do

• Deliver personal care while protecting each resident’s dignity, privacy, and comfort.
• Assist with everyday needs such as hygiene, mobility, eating, and drinking.
• Notice changes in residents’ physical or emotional wellbeing and raise concerns when needed.
• Develop kind, respectful relationships with residents and their families/whānau.
• Help maintain a safe, tidy, and welcoming setting that supports independence and wellbeing.
• Work from individual care plans and coordinate closely with Registered Nurses to provide consistent care.
• Communicate in a clear, considerate manner with residents, families, and colleagues.
• Follow health, safety, and infection control procedures carefully to keep everyone safe.

What we're looking for

• At least 1 year of experience in caregiving, aged care, or a comparable support role.
• A caring, patient, and respectful manner when supporting older adults.
• Good communication skills and the ability to work well as part of a team.
• A strong commitment to safe, dignified, resident-centred care.
• Willingness to work a rotating roster, including weekends and night shifts.

Why join Oceania

Oceania is reshaping retirement and aged care living across New Zealand. With ownership and operation of more than 30 villages nationwide and support for over 4,000 residents, the organisation builds real homes and communities where people feel secure, respected, and connected.

The team is driven by a shared purpose: making a difference in every task, every challenge, and every day. Colleagues support one another, take pride in meaningful care, and keep safety and wellbeing front and centre. Oceania also focuses on continuous improvement and following through on commitments because residents and families rely on it.

Employees are supported with a positive, inclusive workplace, competitive hourly pay, free and confidential wellbeing support, ongoing training, and chances to grow a long-term career in aged care.

Additional information

Oceania does not accept unsolicited CV referrals from recruitment agencies and will not be responsible for any fees arising from unsolicited applications.