Health Care Assistants- St Andrews, Dunedin

Full Time

Application Closes 24 Oct 2026

Otago - Dunedin City

Healthcare Support Worker

Health Care Assistant

St Andrews, Dunedin

Permanent part-time; two positions available.

Level 3 or 4 Certificate in Health and Wellbeing or equivalent will be an added advantage

Make a difference in an older person's daily life working as a Health Care Assistant. Great team! Supported to gain the qualification.

The Role

You'll put your practical skills and compassion into supporting residents with everyday activities such as personal care, assistance at mealtimes, and general care duties that make for happier, healthier living at an Enliven home. You will work hard, but there are few jobs that will give you the immense satisfaction of working for people who are grateful for your help and who contribute to an enriching working environment.

Hours: Two permanent positions are available. Please state which position/s you are interested in in your cover letter.

Position 1: 40 hours per week to be worked 2300–0700hrs as rostered across a variety of days

Position 2: 32 hours per week to be worked 2300–0700hrs as rostered across a variety of days

What We Offer

Being part of a well-known and highly respected charitable organisation

Opportunities to complete National Qualifications - earn while you learn!

Joining a team that makes a real difference in people’s lives

Working with a team of passionate people

Personal growth and career development opportunities

Significant on-the-job training

Discounts with local businesses

About You

The ideal applicant will

Be empathetic, compassionate, and patient

Work well in a team

Enjoy working alongside older people

Be physically fit and strong

Have enthusiasm and a sense of humour

Experience in an aged care environment is preferred, but not essential as full training will be provided

Applicants who hold the Level 3 or 4 Certificate in Health and Wellbeing or equivalent, or the Dementia Limited Credit Programme would have an advantage. Health Care Assistants without formal qualifications will undertake study while working at St Andrews, and we will help you with this.

* Having or being willing to get a medication competency is preferred.

About Us

Presbyterian Support Otago (PSO) is a Charitable Trust established in 1906. Our Mission is to walk with people across the generations to create together places to live, learn, and thrive. We call out injustice and advocate for positive change. We operate a highly regarded network of 7 care homes across Otago, and we provide many other community-based social support programmes.

Our services for older people are provided by Enliven. We create elder-centered communities where older people have companionship, meaningful activity, purpose, and fun in their lives.

Situated on a sunny site in South Dunedin, St Andrews is home to 78 residents supported at hospital, rest home and dementia level care. Our 3-year MOH certification is a testament to our quality of systems, processes, and living & working environments. At PSO, we value integrity, respect, courage, manaaki, and aroha.

Join the team at St Andrews - To apply click "Apply Now".

For further information contact St Andrews team on 03 455 4396.

Please note applications will be reviewed as they are received, and this job vacancy could close prior to the closing date.

If you have difficulty applying, please email [email protected]

Please apply only if you have the legal right to work in New Zealand.