Health Care Assistant - Kaupapa Medical Ward

Health Care Assistant

Kaupapa Medical Ward

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• Work where others holiday – enjoy the golden beaches, bustling cafés, and a vibrant coastal lifestyle in Tauranga
• Part-time position – 0.8 FTE
• A role that balances career growth with the rewards of a supportive team

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is firmly grounded in the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and is dedicated to serving all New Zealanders. Through integration and collaboration, we’re building a health system underpinned by partnership, equity, sustainability, whānau-centred care, and excellence.

About The Role

Step into a role where you will work alongside Registered Nurses to deliver exceptional, compassionate care in our Kaupapa Ward. As a Health Care Assistant, you will support nursing teams by assisting with daily patient care, contributing to comprehensive and quality care delivery, and helping to create a nurturing environment for patients. You will have the opportunity to develop new skills in a supportive kaupapa care setting, with access to ongoing educational opportunities.

We seek courageous, passionate, and driven individuals who are inspired by Te Tiriti o Waitangi and eager to be part of a paradigm shift toward Toi Ora within Te Moana a Toi.

About the Team / Service / Location

Our Kaupapa Ward is a key component of the Hauora a Toi – Bay of Plenty and Te Pare ō Toi Service, which is transforming into a ‘change engine’ for Toi Ora as we advance our new strategy, Te Toi Ahorangi Rautaki 2030. Based in the beautiful Bay of Plenty, our team operates in a supportive, culturally responsive environment where embracing te reo and tikanga Māori is integral to our kaupapa care approach.

About You

We are looking for candidates who have :

Working for Health New Zealand

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is ‘the weaving of wellness’. We're dedicated to ensuring excellent healthcare for the people of Aotearoa / New Zealand. The Equity Work Programme at Health NZ focuses on helping everyone in the health system think about equity when they do their work. It also promotes the cultural change needed for the whole system to reach equity in health outcomes.

Our people are at the heart of everything we do. Health New Zealand are committed to being good employers and honouring our equal employment opportunity obligations.

How To Apply

To view the position description and / or apply for the role please click “apply now.” All applications must be submitted through our online careers portal before 11 : 59pm on 17 October 2025. If you have any questions about the role, please contact

Please note, we will be reviewing applications when received and may proceed with the recruitment process, before the closing date of this advert.

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