ROSIE'S JOURNEY Healthcare Assistant Trainee

Rosie Marsters has worked at Te Whatu Ora Counties Manukau for over five years, initially as a shuttle driver and a cleaner. She’s recently completed a Level 3 qualification while working fulltime as a Trainee Healthcare Assistant (HCA), after joining the Earn as you Learn programme in March 2022.

“It’s been great for my self-esteem” says Rosie. “I’ve really been enjoying the learning opportunity, as well as helping our patients and providing the professional service that they need.”

Trainee HCAs work in a team, assisting nurses to meet the health needs of patients. Students get hands on experience, while actively participating in education and clinical learning activities and assessments to gain a Level 3 Health Assistance qualification, over twelve months.

“I’m loving working with patients, being able to put a smile on their faces makes the job worthwhile for me,” says Rosie.

“Once I graduate, I want to continue with my career as a Healthcare Assistant. I’m also considering moving into nursing, where I can help even more people.

If you are looking for an opportunity to make a difference in the lives of others, visit the link below to apply for the programme: careers.countiesmanukau.health.nz/working-here/ earn-as-you-learn/