Priyadarshani Arandarage
Flagstaff
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate support worker with strong experience in healthcare, customer service, and administration. Skilled at supporting patients' wellbeing, ensuring safety, and delivering high-quality care. Background in hospitality and aviation service provides excellent communication and multitasking abilities. Recognized for reliability, adaptability, and commitment to continuous learning.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Support worker (casual)
Custom Care Nursing
Hamilton
01.2026 - Current
- Provide person-centred support in home and community settings
- Assist with personal cares, mobility, and daily routines
- Support clients to attend appointments and activities
- Maintain dignity, safety, and independence
Caregiver- casual
Ryman Healthcare
Flagstaff
11.2025 - Current
- Provide care and support to elderly residents, ensuring their health, safety, and comfort.
- Assist with daily living activities including mobility, meals, and hygiene.
- Work collaboratively with healthcare staff to deliver person-centred care.
Caregiver - casual
Summerset
Fitzroy
02.2022 - Current
- Provide care and support to elderly residents, ensuring their health, safety, and comfort.
- Assist with daily living activities including mobility, meals, and hygiene.
- Work collaboratively with healthcare staff to deliver person-centred care.
Housekeeper
J & J Family NZ Ltd
05.2021 - 01.2022
- Maintained a clean and safe environment for residents.
- Performed laundry, housekeeping, and general cleaning duties.
- Provided friendly assistance and contributed to residents' wellbeing.
Airport Service Agent
Sri Lankan Airlines
11.2017 - 07.2019
- Managed passenger check-in and departure processes.
- Delivered high-quality customer service in a fast-paced environment.
- Handled passenger inquiries, ticketing, and boarding support.
Clerk
CDB Finance PLC
01.2014 - 04.2016
- Verified agreements and handled data entry in archiving systems.
- Processed courier handling and administrative documentation.
- Maintained accurate and organized records.
Trainee Employee
Regional Development Bank
12.2012 - 06.2013
- Assisted with customer service and data entry tasks.
- Provided administrative support to banking staff.
Education
New Zealand Certificate in Health and Wellbeing - Level 3
Careerforce
New Zealand Certificate in Health and Wellbeing - Level 2
Careerforce
Certificate - Healthcare Taster Training Courses
MSD/MySkill
10.2025 - 10.2025
Certificate in Accounts Administration -
The Career Academy
Certificate in MYOB Payroll -
The Career Academy
Certificate in XERO Payroll -
The Career Academy
Airport Passenger Handling Course -
Sri Lankan Aviation College
Certificate in Banking and Finance - CBF
Institute of Bankers of Sri Lanka
Diploma in Business Management & Marketing -
Lanka Institute of Management Development
Skills
Personal care & hygiene assistance
Manual handling & hoist transfers
Meal preparation & feeding support
Household management
Community access & transport
Person-centred support
Clear communication & documentation
Teamwork & reliability
Full New Zealand driver’s licence
Community And Training Experience
English Language Partners New Zealand, Work Talk Course, 2020
References
- Available on request.
Timeline
Support worker (casual)
Custom Care Nursing
01.2026 - Current
Caregiver- casual
Ryman Healthcare
11.2025 - Current
Certificate - Healthcare Taster Training Courses
MSD/MySkill
10.2025 - 10.2025
Caregiver - casual
Summerset
02.2022 - Current
Housekeeper
J & J Family NZ Ltd
05.2021 - 01.2022
Airport Service Agent
Sri Lankan Airlines
11.2017 - 07.2019
Clerk
CDB Finance PLC
01.2014 - 04.2016
Trainee Employee
Regional Development Bank
12.2012 - 06.2013
New Zealand Certificate in Health and Wellbeing - Level 3
Careerforce
New Zealand Certificate in Health and Wellbeing - Level 2
Careerforce
Certificate in Accounts Administration -
The Career Academy
Certificate in MYOB Payroll -
The Career Academy
Certificate in XERO Payroll -
The Career Academy
Airport Passenger Handling Course -
Sri Lankan Aviation College
Certificate in Banking and Finance - CBF
Institute of Bankers of Sri Lanka
Diploma in Business Management & Marketing -
Lanka Institute of Management Development