Health Care Assistant, 0.8 FTE
Hauora Tairāwhiti
Gisborne,
Gisborne,
New Zealand
Health and Care
Salary
$60,100-70,358 per year
Job posted on June 24, 2025
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Job Description:
Te whiwhinga mahi | The Opportunity
The Health Care Assistant role exists to provide support to patients and their whanau while working alongside nursing staff and members of the multidisciplinary team. The Health Care Assistant will support our inpatients with a focus on promoting health and well-being while encouraging independence where appropriate during their recovery journey.
The ideal candidate will have:
The remuneration range for this role is $ 60,100.00 to $70,358.00 and is covered by the collective agreement: Nursing and Midwifery NZNO MECA (31 March 2023 - 31 October 2024). All candidates will be subject to police vetting and health screen
Position Description |
Ko wai mātou | Our Organisation
Situated on the eastern coast of New Zealand's North Island, Gisborne “Tairāwhiti” – “The light shines on the water” is the first city in the world to see the rising sun of the new day. Our region offers vast golden sand beaches, bush clad mountains, lush farmlands, with significant historical landmarks, natural wonders and a deep connection to Māori culture. We enjoy a pleasant climate, short commutes and a relaxed approach that creates a work-life offering that is enviable to most that are not yet here.
Te Whatu Ora Tairāwhiti works to increase collaboration, strengthen leadership and accountability, and improve equity of access and outcomes across the health service. We’re shifting the emphasis towards primary and community care allowing more people to be cared for close to home, and take a greater role in their own health and wellbeing.
Our values form the acronym WAKA. They reflect our voyaging heritage, guiding us on our journey to create a healthier Tairāwhiti by working together.
Whakarangatira/enrich - Enriching the health of our community by doing our very best.
Awhi/support - Supporting our tūroro/patients their whānau/families, our community partners and each other.
Kotahitanga/togetherness - Together we can achieve more.
Aroha/compassion - Empathy, we care for people and people want to be cared for by us.
Me pēhea te tuku tono - How to Apply
To complete and application please use the “apply now” link provided which will redirect you through our online career's portal. For successful applicants our mandatory process includes police vetting and health screening.
Te Whatu Ora Tairāwhiti are committed to improving Māori health outcomes and achieving health equity for Māori through Te Tiriti o Waitangi obligations. We aspire to having a workforce reflective of the communities we serve and acheiving equitable outcomes for all.
Immigration/Visa Support
scheme. For some positions this includes a clear pathway to residency. Successful candidates offered a position with us who require a work visa, will provide support with their Visa application. This booklet provides in .
If you would like any more information regarding this position please email Clinical Nurse Manager Ward 8 Simmy Taitapanui: simmy.taitapanui@tdh.org.nz
APPLY NOW
The Health Care Assistant role exists to provide support to patients and their whanau while working alongside nursing staff and members of the multidisciplinary team. The Health Care Assistant will support our inpatients with a focus on promoting health and well-being while encouraging independence where appropriate during their recovery journey.
The ideal candidate will have:
- Level 3 NZQA Certificate in Health and Wellbeing
- Sound oral and written communication skills
- A good understanding of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and Cultural Safety
- Respect for patient confidentiality is essential
The remuneration range for this role is $ 60,100.00 to $70,358.00 and is covered by the collective agreement: Nursing and Midwifery NZNO MECA (31 March 2023 - 31 October 2024). All candidates will be subject to police vetting and health screen
Position Description |
Ko wai mātou | Our Organisation
Situated on the eastern coast of New Zealand's North Island, Gisborne “Tairāwhiti” – “The light shines on the water” is the first city in the world to see the rising sun of the new day. Our region offers vast golden sand beaches, bush clad mountains, lush farmlands, with significant historical landmarks, natural wonders and a deep connection to Māori culture. We enjoy a pleasant climate, short commutes and a relaxed approach that creates a work-life offering that is enviable to most that are not yet here.
Te Whatu Ora Tairāwhiti works to increase collaboration, strengthen leadership and accountability, and improve equity of access and outcomes across the health service. We’re shifting the emphasis towards primary and community care allowing more people to be cared for close to home, and take a greater role in their own health and wellbeing.
Our values form the acronym WAKA. They reflect our voyaging heritage, guiding us on our journey to create a healthier Tairāwhiti by working together.
Whakarangatira/enrich - Enriching the health of our community by doing our very best.
Awhi/support - Supporting our tūroro/patients their whānau/families, our community partners and each other.
Kotahitanga/togetherness - Together we can achieve more.
Aroha/compassion - Empathy, we care for people and people want to be cared for by us.
Me pēhea te tuku tono - How to Apply
To complete and application please use the “apply now” link provided which will redirect you through our online career's portal. For successful applicants our mandatory process includes police vetting and health screening.
Te Whatu Ora Tairāwhiti are committed to improving Māori health outcomes and achieving health equity for Māori through Te Tiriti o Waitangi obligations. We aspire to having a workforce reflective of the communities we serve and acheiving equitable outcomes for all.
Immigration/Visa Support
scheme. For some positions this includes a clear pathway to residency. Successful candidates offered a position with us who require a work visa, will provide support with their Visa application. This booklet provides in .
If you would like any more information regarding this position please email Clinical Nurse Manager Ward 8 Simmy Taitapanui: simmy.taitapanui@tdh.org.nz