Job in New Zealand
Nanny job in New Zealand – Ryman is offering a fixed-term, full-time Caregiver position at Charles Upham Retirement Village in Rangiora, near Christchurch. The role runs from 04/10/2026 to 06/07/2027 and includes providing care, following individual care plans, building relationships with residents and families, and supporting colleagues. Candidates should have kindness, empathy, strong communication skills, and a reliable and professional style. Aged care experience is welcome but not essential. Applicants must have New Zealand work rights for this position.
About the Job
Make a meaningful impact on our residents’ lives by offering compassionate support and care while working with a supportive and diverse team.
- At Ryman, every day is a chance to be a hero in the story of our residents’ lives.
- Strong support for career development that promotes growth and resilience.
- Access to 60+ Ryman discounts in childcare, insurance, banking, retail, and more.
About the Role
We have an exciting opportunity to join Charles Upham Retirement Village, Rangiora (30 mins from Christchurch City), as a Caregiver.
We have a Fixed Term, Full Time position available to cover parental leave. The position runs from 04/10/2026 to 06/07/2027.
You will work:
- Sunday – Tuesday: 0730-1300.
- Sunday – Monday: 1500-2100.
- Tuesday – Thursday: 1600-2000.
- Total: 38 hours.
In this role, you will:
- Develop lasting relationships with our residents and their families.
- Follow our residents’ individual care plans and provide care that would be good enough for your own mum, dad, nana, or poppa.
- Use the latest technology, including our own purpose-built care app, myRyman.
- Work closely with and support your colleagues to create a great team environment.
About You
To thrive in our supportive and caring environment, you will have:
- Kindness in your DNA.
- Strong empathy.
- Outstanding communication skills.
- A reliable, friendly, and professional style.
We’d love you to have experience working in aged care, but this is not essential.
Please note that although we often welcome applications from overseas candidates, immigration requirements mean that applicants must have New Zealand work rights for this position.
About Ryman
Ryman is a leader in retirement living and care. It employs over 7,700 people in New Zealand and Australia across many areas, including nursing, village operations, sales, technology, design, and corporate roles.
At Ryman, exceptional care is thoughtfully delivered every day. From meals and activities to maintenance and support, our teams work together so residents can feel confident that everything is taken care of. Behind this promise is the standard we have always followed: it must be good enough for mum and dad.
Ryman is in a period of real transformation. The focus is on stronger commercial outcomes, smarter ways of working, and continuing to set the standard in retirement living and aged care.
Benefits of Working at Ryman Healthcare
At Ryman, when you look after our residents, we will look after you. As part of our team, you will:
- Have certainty of hours through fixed rosters.
- Enjoy a great resident-to-staff ratio, allowing for more personalised care.
- Work in a fun, friendly, and supportive team environment.
- Receive ongoing support for your professional development.
- Have access to scholarships and bursaries for further education.
- Get education, long service, and wellness leave on top of standard leave.
- Receive a free designer uniform.
- Work in a secure building with 24-hour management support.
- Access over 60 discounts with well-known brands across sectors including health and wellbeing, banking, insurance, and retail.
Diversity and Inclusion
At Ryman, we support an environment where everyone feels welcome to be themselves. We embrace diversity and celebrate individual uniqueness. We encourage anyone who wants to work for Ryman to apply for our vacant positions.
If you share these values and want a career where your work truly makes a difference, we’d love to hear from you.
