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House Lead (Senior Care Partner) - Selwyn Village

Point Chevalier, New Zealand

Reference: 6834746

Make this role your own

Are you an experienced Caregiver ready to take the next step? Here's your chance to step into a House Lead position and guide a dedicated care team in providing exceptional, resident-centred support.

Vacancies on offer (please specify your preference in your cover letter)

  • Vacancy 1 - Tuesday to Friday 0645-1515 - 32 hours
  • Vacancy 2 - Monday to Thursday 1445-315 - 32 hours
  • Vacancy 3 - Monday 1500-2315, Wednesday 0700-1515, Sunday 1500-2315 - 23.75 hours
  • Vacancy 4 - Thursday to Monday 0645-1515 - 40 hours (Maternity cover until 28/3/26)

The role

In this leadership position, you will:

  • Guide and support a self-led caregiving team, ensuring a safe, welcoming home for residents
  • Work alongside our Registered Nurse team to provide coaching, direction, and day-to-day leadership
  • Be the first point of contact for roster changes, absences, and leave requests
  • Arrange and facilitate team meetings and assist with resident and family meetings
  • Welcome and orientate new caregivers so they feel part of the team from day one

You'll have the backing of a supportive senior team while helping us live our Eden Philosophy — putting residents first in everything we do.

About you

You're a natural leader who thrives in a busy, people-focused environment. You'll bring:

  • Minimum 3 years' caregiving experience within the aged care sector (Level 4 NZ Health & Wellbeing qualification or working towards it preferred)
  • Current First Aid Certificate
  • Roster management experience
  • Fully medication competent
  • Some leadership experience
  • The ability to run team meetings and take meeting minutes
  • Confidence using computers and strong admin skills
  • Great communication and relationship-building skills
  • Empathy, resilience, and a "firm but fair" approach
  • Excellent time management and attention to detail
  • Eligibility to work in NZ permanently
  • Availability to work the advertised hours

Why join us?

  • Step into a career-building leadership role in a respected aged care organisation.
  • Be part of a close-knit, values-driven team.
  • Make a meaningful difference every day.

If you've got the skills, heart, and drive to lead — we want to hear from you.
Apply now and take the next step in your caregiving career.


Applications Close: 19 Dec 2025


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