Activities Assistant - - 62869 - BUPA ANZ

General information

Name

Activities Assistant

Ref #

62042

Date

Friday, June 5, 2026

Full / Part Time

Part Time

Description & Requirements

Every day, in every way, we bring real heart to work. It is what drives us to deliver our refreshingly different person-first commitment to care. That’s why we are seeking like-minded permanent Activities Assistants to join our Bupa Merrivale Care Home located in Whangarei.

We have two permanent, part time Activities Assistant positions available:

1) Permanent, part time role: average 22 hours per week

Days of work: Wednesday – Saturday
Shift Timings: Wed – Fri 8:30am – 3pm (6 hours) and Saturday 8:30am – 12:30pm (4 hours)

2) Permanent, part time role: average 16 hours per week

Days of work: Sunday - Tuesday
Shift Timings: Sunday 8:30am – 12:30pm (4 hours) and Mon - Tues 8:30am – 3pm (6 hours)

In this role, you will be supporting the Activities Coordinator, identifying the leisure activity needs of each of the 66 residents at Bupa Merrivale Care Home based on their interests, preferences, and abilities and contribute to the planning and implementation of individual and group activities programmes.

Key Tasks and Responsibilities

Participate and contribute to both individual and group programme activities for our 66 residents in rest home & hospital levels of care.
Contribute to the review and assessment of the residents' individual activities programme.
Actively promote a homely, stimulating, and pleasant environment for the residents and their families.
Develop and maintain excellent internal and external communication networks to support the activities programme.

About You

An NZQA Certificate in Diversional Therapy Level is preferred.
Previous experience in a similar role within aged care is desirable.
Experience in leading activities for groups of people.
Display enthusiasm, empathy, and a passion for making a positive impact on the lives of residents.
Demonstrate outstanding communication skills.
A fun personality with a creative flair.
A clean, full driver’s licence is preferable, as you may drive the van for resident outings.
Applicants must be legally entitled to work in NZ.

Reasons to Belong

Fully subsidised Southern Cross health insurance to our eligible permanent NZ employees and a discount on insurance cover for eligible family members.
Wellbeing discounts and advice, EAP counselling services, study support, and cultural leave.
Paid parental leave - in addition to standard parental leave, Bupa offers 12 weeks of paid leave for primary carers and 2 weeks for secondary carers.
Refer-a-friend programme.
Professional Development - in-house and external training and development.
Industry-competitive remuneration and benefits, and internal reward and recognition programmes.
No matter who you are or where you come from, we encourage you to 'Be You at Bupa.'

For the opportunity to join the Bupa community and to make a difference to the lives of our residents, please submit your application today – we would love to hear from you.

About Bupa

Through vision, passion, and sheer hard work, we’re one of New Zealand’s largest aged care and dementia care providers. As one of New Zealand’s leading healthcare organisations, we employ more than 4,000 people: we’re brave, caring, and responsible. All united by one purpose – helping people live longer, healthier, happier lives and making a better world.

Our Values | Ā mātou ūara

Brave | Māiatanga Caring | Manaakitanga Responsible | Haepapa

Applications will be reviewed as they are received, and therefore may result in the role closing early if the right applicant is found.

Location

Bupa Merrivale

Recruiter

Thomas Parker