Fixed-Term Healthcare Assistant - Children'S Ward

Fixed-term Healthcare Assistant - Children's WardInvercargill HospitalFixed-term, part-time (0.8 FTE) role until end of February 2026Salary band - $60,100 - $70,358 p.a. pro-rata, KiwiSaver and carparkHealth New Zealand - Te Whatu Ora is firmly grounded in the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and is committed to building a health system that serves all New Zealanders.About the roleAs a Healthcare Assistant, you will be involved in : supporting our nurses and other members of the healthcare teampatient supervision and / or movementward maintenancepatient cares as required.Becoming a Healthcare Assistant in the health sector is a great opportunity to : use your caring and empathetic nature in your workreceive on-the-job training and supportgain a NZQA Level 3 certificate (Health and Wellbeing for Hospitals and Health Sector).

Fees are fully funded.About the Team / Service / LocationHealth New Zealand - Te Whatu Ora - Southern has the largest geographical coverage of all the New Zealand regions, providing services to 350,000 people in diverse communities.

We take pride in all the services we provide, and our aim is to improve, promote and protect the health of our region.

We believe that our dedicated and passionate staff are a significant driving force behind the achievement of these standards, and we need more like-minded people to help us continue providing for our community.About youWe are seeking applications from those with previous healthcare experience, and from those who are dynamic, friendly, and can demonstrate a high level of initiative.Our ideal candidate will : be committed to high standards of practicebe well organised and have excellent communication skills.Health New Zealand - Te Whatu Ora is dedicated to ensuring excellent healthcare for the people of New Zealand.

We embrace a workforce that is diverse and inclusive so that we are better positioned to understand and service our community.

We welcome applications from our diverse Maori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities.How to applyTo apply please click 'apply now'.

All applications must be submitted through our online careers portal by Saturday, 4 October 2025.

If you have any questions about the role, please contact Mikayla Hamilton at

• will review applications as received and may proceed with the recruitment process before the closing date of this advert.We only accept online applications.

Please apply via our website.Job detailsJob Reference : Job Reference : HNZN02037Location : South Island - Southland - InvercargillJob type : Job type : Fixed TermExpertise : Clinical - Health Care Assistant - Hospital / Community - Health Care Assistant - Hospital / Community

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