Activity and Lifestyle Assistant

About the opportunity

Charles Upham Retirement Village in Rangiora, about 30 minutes from Christchurch City, is looking for a caring and creative person to join its Special Care Unit (Dementia Resthome) as an Activity and Lifestyle Assistant. This is a full-time onsite role working Tuesday to Saturday, 9:00 am to 5:30 pm, for 40 hours per week.

What you will do

You will help create a positive day-to-day environment for residents by planning and delivering engaging recreational, social, diversionary, and craft-based activities. Your work will support residents’ happiness, wellbeing, and overall quality of life, while also involving close collaboration with your team.

What we are looking for

To do well in this role, you should bring strong empathy, excellent communication skills, and a reliable, friendly, professional approach. A Dementia Care (LCP) Level 4 qualification is preferred, or you should be willing to complete it as part of the role. Previous experience in aged care is welcome but not essential.

Pay and benefits

• An extra $2.50 per hour is paid for all weekend hours worked.
• You will be part of a fun, supportive, and friendly team.
• Fixed rosters provide certainty of hours.
• The village offers a beautiful, resort-style working environment.
• There are opportunities for professional development and career growth.
• You will receive access to a team benefits card with discounts from a variety of suppliers and retailers.

Additional information

Applicants must have New Zealand work rights, as required by immigration rules. Ryman is committed to an inclusive workplace where people feel comfortable being themselves and where diversity is valued. Applications may be reviewed as they are received, and interviews could be arranged before the advertised closing date, so the role may close early.

About Ryman

Ryman is a major retirement living and aged care provider in New Zealand and Australia, employing more than 7,700 people across nursing, village operations, sales, technology, design, and corporate functions. The organisation focuses on delivering exceptional care every day and is currently undergoing transformation to improve commercial outcomes, working methods, and standards across retirement living and aged care.