Care Partners - Selwyn Village
Selwyn Village Limited
Listing Description
Description
Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of older adults? Join our self-led, empowered team at Selwyn Village and help residents live meaningful, fulfilling days in the comfort and security of their own home.
About the Role
As a Care Partner, you'll work closely with residents to support their daily living, personal care, hobbies, and wellbeing, guided by The Selwyn Way values: Spirituality, Growth, Contentment, Belonging, and Resilience. You'll collaborate with clinical staff, volunteers, families, and fellow team members to create a warm, home-like environment tailored to each resident.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide personalised care to residents according to their preferences and care plans
- Support daily activities such as personal hygiene, meals, hobbies, mobility, and outings
- Assist with general housekeeping tasks, including laundry, cleaning, and meal provision
- Administer medication when required
- Take on rotational coordinator responsibilities, including household coordination and rostering support
- Complete accurate documentation and communicate effectively with families and the care team
- Uphold health & safety standards, Selwyn Foundation policies, and a culture of continual improvement
About You
- A minimum of two years' experience in aged care - rest home, hospital, or dementia care
- Eligibility to work in NZ permanently
- Level 3 or higher NZ Health and Wellbeing qualification
- Strong interpersonal, communication, and teamwork skills
- IT literate with ability to update resident notes electronically
- Professional, compassionate, and resident-focused
- Willingness to participate in ongoing professional development
What We Offer
- A supportive, self-led team environment
- Opportunities for personal and professional growth
- Work in a vibrant, well-resourced retirement village in Auckland
- Contribution to meaningful outcomes for residents every day
Hours: Full-time and part-time opportunities available
If you are committed to enhancing the lives of older adults and want to work in a team that truly values the people we support, we would love to hear from you!
To apply for this job go to: https://selwynfoundation.recruitmenthub.co.nz/Vacancies & enter ref code: 6866879.
Applications close 20 March 2026
Application details
Apply now for this role by clicking the APPLY NOW button above.
Selwyn Village Limited
Auckland’s iconic Selwyn Village in Point Chevalier has been a trusted provider of services and support for older people since 1954. This ever popular retirement community provides stylish independent living options for more than 500 residents, and its two modern care homes deliver high quality, 24/7 rest home and hospital levels of care for 153 residents, including secure residential dementia care for 18 people. Its onsite Lavender Cottage center also runs a dedicated dementia day programme, supporting up to 30 clients daily. Selwyn Village’s affiliated site at Hansen Close in Birkenhead includes 12 independent living villas and Selwyn House, a shared living residence offering subsidized rental accommodation for 11 people aged 70 and over.
Selwyn Village is operated by Selwyn Village Limited which is a wholly owned subsidiary of The Selwyn Foundation, a registered charity that champions initiatives enabling the most vulnerable seniors to age with dignity and respect.
