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Village Assistant - Part-time (Fixed-term) @ Summerset

Palmerston North, Manawatu-Wanganui, NZOnsitePart-timeJob reference REF3369T
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About this role

We are looking for an exceptional Village Assistant to join our developing Kelvin Grove 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

Please to view the full job description.

This is a fixed term part-time role (till early 2028) and will be working a roster of, Friday, Saturday and Sunday 8.30am to 5.00pm.

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.

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:

  • Birthday leave
  • 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 Monday 2nd November. This role may close early due to an increased number of applications - apply as soon as possible to avoid disappointment!

Skills

Health Care ProviderNot ApplicableHospital And Health Care

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