Summerset Retirement Villages

Village Assistant - Fixed term

Summerset Retirement Villages  •  Auckland, NZ (Onsite)  •  20 hours ago
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Job Description

At Summerset, from the moment we start developing a village, to when our residents call it home, it’s the passion and dedication of our people that brings our villages to life. We are one team united by being part of something bigger – to bring the best of life to our residents.

We are looking for an exceptional Village Assistant to join our Milldale Village.

You will ensure the safety and security of the village and be ready to respond to any medical or emergency incidents that may arise.

You will be responsible for being the first point of contact for all Village related matters whilst on duty and more importantly providing a visible, reassuring presence, and ensuring our residents feel safe and supported..

Your day-to-day will include:

  • Providing a calm, professional first response to medical emergencies
  • Cleaning duties (maintaining cleanliness of facilities)
  • Administrative duties (handling paperwork, scheduling, or data entry)
  • Liaising with emergency services when needed
  • Monitoring village security and respond to any unusual activity
  • Maintaining clear communication with the Village Manager

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This is part-time fixed term role (until February 2027) and working a roster of: Sunday, 8.00am to 5.00pm.

Qualifications

You’ll be someone who brings a calm, confident presence to the role—comfortable working alone overnight, capable of thinking on your feet, and able to make sound decisions under pressure without hesitation.

You’ll also bring:

  • Confident working independently and making quick, effective decisions when needed
  • A strong communicator who remains calm and composed in high-pressure or emergency situations
  • Naturally responsible, dependable, and highly observant, with great attention to detail
  • Able to build rapport and trust with residents
  • Has a current First aid certificate (preferrable) and full drivers license

At Summerset, we believe diversity strengthens our team and enriches the care we provide. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, experiences, and walks of life.

Additional Information

Summerset's known for its excellent benefits and strong sense of values around care, teamwork and drive for excellence. With some of the best benefits in the sector, some of these include:

  • Discounts from a wide range of suppliers
  • A supportive team culture where you’re truly valued
  • Career development opportunities across aged care, hospitality, wellness and more

Next Steps: Applications for this role will close on  Friday 17th July. This role may close early due to an increased number of applications - apply as soon as possible to avoid disappointment! 

Summerset Retirement Villages

About Summerset Retirement Villages

Summerset is one of New Zealand's leading retirement village operators, and more than 8,000 New Zealanders call Summerset home. Our vibrant villages focus on bringing the best of life to our residents, and we offer a continuum of care to provide peace of mind should the care needs of our residents’ change.

Our recent expansion into Australia includes two retirement villages in development and five more in the works in Victoria.

Across Australasia Summerset provides a range of living options and care services to more than 8,000 residents and employs more than 2,800 staff. Summerset has corporate offices located in Wellington, Auckland, Christchurch and Melbourne.

We offer a range of careers, from development and design through to care, village and property management, and corporate functions such as finance and marketing.

Industry
Healthcare & Social Services
Company Size
1,001-5,000 employees
Headquarters
Wellington, NZ
Year Founded
1997
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