86 Care Workers jobs in Australia

About the Opportunity

We are currently seeking compassionate and committed Personal Care Workers to join a supportive aged care team. In this rewarding role, you'll provide high-quality, resident-centred care that enhances quality of life and promotes dignity. Working collaboratively with nurses and fellow carers, you'll assist with daily personal care, emotional and social support, and ensure the individual needs of residents are met in line with their care plans.

Whether you're experienced or just beginning your career in aged care, this is a fantastic opportunity to make a meaningful difference every day.




Skills and Experience

• Certificate III or IV in Individual Support (Aged Care) or currently completing
  
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
  
• A resident-first mindset and commitment to person-centred care
  
• Ability to follow individualised care plans and maintain accurate records
  
• Flexible, proactive, and compassionate approach
  
• NDIS Worker Screening Check (or willingness to obtain)
  
  
  
  
  Benefits
  
• Make a genuine difference in the lives of others
  
• Inclusive, supportive, and team-focused environment
  
• Ongoing professional development and training opportunities
  
• Competitive hourly rates under applicable Award or Enterprise Agreement
  
• Stable and meaningful employment
  
• Values-driven and resident-focused workplace
  
  
  
  
  About the Company/Culture
  
  This is a values-led organisation focused on delivering respectful, high-quality aged care. The team is passionate about supporting older Australians to live with dignity and purpose. You'll be part of a caring environment where collaboration, diversity, and compassion are celebrated and encouraged.
  
  
  
  
  How to Apply
  
  If you're ready to provide care that truly matters, click Apply Now to submit your application, email or call 0483 959 664 for a confidential conversation. We welcome carers at all levels of experience who are passionate about delivering excellent aged care.
  
  
  
  

• Part-time & casual Support Worker roles available in Ballina.
• Salary packaging & Employee benefits program available.
• 90% of Northcott staff agreed they enjoy the kind of work they do.

Empowering independence. Building confidence. Creating possibility.

• Permanent part-time and casual Support Worker roles available with the flexibility to work across a variety of shifts including morning, afternoon, and weekends, across various sites in the Northern Rivers.
• Staff benefits salary packaging and many other fantastic benefits.
• Flexible, meaningful work where your presence matters with ongoing support, reflection, and opportunities for career development.

About Northcott:

At Northcott, we believe everyone deserves the opportunity to live life their way. As a not-for-profit disability service provider, we support people with disability to explore possibilities, achieve goals, and live the life they choose.

With more than 90 years of experience and a strong presence across NSW, QLD and the ACT, Northcott is one of Australia’s largest and most trusted disability service organisations. Every year we provide people with a disability along with their families and carers, personalised and empowering support.

We are a registered NDIS provider employing more than 3,000 dedicated staff across metropolitan and regional locations.

Before applying for a role at Northcott, we encourage you to visit our website to learn more about our mission to ensure our values and culture are a good fit for you: Our Story

What I Will Be Doing:

As a Support Worker at Northcott, I will empower customers to live as independently and confidently as possible — supporting them to build daily living skills, maintain their health and safety, and stay connected to their community.

• I will support customers with personal care in a way that promotes dignity and independence. This could include showering, toileting, continence support.
• I will assist with safe manual handling using equipment such as hoists and transfer aids.
• I will follow individual care plans to support health needs, such as epilepsy and wound care.
• I will administer medication safely and accurately according to medication management plans.
• I will prepare and support mealtimes according to mealtime management plans.
• I will help customers maintain a clean and safe home environment, for example light cleaning, laundry, shopping.
• I will assist with community access, social inclusion, and everyday outings. I am comfortable behind the wheel and happy to help customers get where they need to go — or open to learning how to drive a wheelchair-accessible van.
• I will encourage and enable daily living skills to build confidence and independence.

About You:

Northcott is seeking friendly, welcoming Support Workers who are passionate about making a difference in the lives of people with a disability. Whether you’re just starting out in your career or have years of experience, we want someone who can bring enthusiasm and innovation to their work.

• I see possibility and potential, not limitations.
• I am passionate about building confidence and independence in others.
• I will offer support that uplifts, not just assistance.
• I will bring a calm, curious, and consistent approach to your work.
• I recognise that learning looks different for everyone.
• I will take the time to listen deeply, respond thoughtfully, and adjust as needed.
• I will create spaces where people feel safe, respected, and genuinely valued.
• I am dependable, adaptable, and motivated to help others grow.
• I embrace diversity and understand the value of different perspectives.

As a Support Worker at Northcott, I will support people with disability to reach their goals—no matter the size. Whether it’s getting ready for a job, forming new friendships, or having more control over daily choices, I will be there every step of the way.

Position Description

Why I Want This Role at Northcott?

• Northcott offers many fantastic employee benefits including Perkbox, discounted health insurance, gym membership, motor service offers and more!
• Increase your take home pay and save on taxes with salary packaging of up to $15,900 annually.
• A family friendly workplace is offered, and support provided for staff to manage their home and work lives effectively.
• Learning and career advancement opportunities and you will have your contributions valued.

Help others live their best life. Start your next chapter and apply today!

• Permanent part-time & Casual Support Worker roles available.
• Salary packaging & Employee benefits program available.
• 90% of Northcott staff agreed they enjoy the kind of work they do.

Be the difference in someone’s every day.

About Northcott:

At Northcott, we believe everyone deserves the opportunity to live life their way. As a not-for-profit disability service provider, we support people with disability to explore possibilities, achieve goals, and live the life they choose.

With more than 90 years of experience and a strong presence across NSW, QLD and the ACT, Northcott is one of Australia’s largest and most trusted disability service organisations. Every year we provide people with a disability along with their families and carers, personalised and empowering support.

Before applying for a role at Northcott, we encourage you to visit our website to learn more about our mission to ensure our values and culture are a good fit for you: Our Story

What I Will Be Doing:

As a Support Worker working in an accommodation setting, i will support customers to live as independently and confidently as possible — helping them build daily living skills, stay healthy and safe, and stay connected to their community.

About You:

Northcott is on the hunt for friendly, passionate Support Workers. Whether you are just starting out or have got industry experience, If you bring enthusiasm and fresh ideas, we want you on our team.

• I see possibility and potential, not limitations.
• I am passionate about building confidence and independence in others.
• I will offer support that uplifts, not just assistance.
• I will bring a calm, curious, and consistent approach to your work.
• I recognise that learning looks different for everyone.
• I will take the time to listen deeply, respond thoughtfully, and adjust as needed.
• I will create spaces where people feel safe, respected, and genuinely valued.
• I am dependable, adaptable, and motivated to help others grow.
• I embrace diversity and understand the value of different perspectives.

As a Support Worker at Northcott, I will support people with disability to reach their goals—no matter the size. Whether it’s getting ready for a job, forming new friendships, or having more control over daily choices, I will be there every step of the way.

Position Description

Why I want this role at Northcott?

• Northcott offers many fantastic employee benefits including Perkbox, discounted health insurance, gym membership, motor service offers and more!
• Increase your take home pay and save on taxes with salary packaging of up to $15,900 annually.
• A family friendly workplace is offered, and support provided for staff to manage their home and work lives effectively.
• Learning and career advancement opportunities and you will have your contributions valued.

Ready to empower others? Start your journey with Northcott and apply today!

Northcott will review candidates throughout the recruitment process, likely before the close date and you will be advised of an outcome. For general enquiries about the role you are applying for, please email .

Diversity and Inclusion Statement
Northcott actively promotes diversity and inclusion in the recruitment process and throughout employment. We are committed to providing a workplace where every person is valued, respected and supported to progress. Northcott welcomes applications from and ensures no one is disadvantaged on the basis of their Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander identity, culture, LGBTIQ+ identity, disability, gender, age, religion or caring responsibilities. If you require an adjustment to participate in the recruitment process, if you have a preferred contact method or require any information provided in an alternative format, please contact Diversity, Equity and Inclusion at .

• Permanent part-time & Casual Support Worker roles available.
• Salary packaging & Employee benefits program available.
• 90% of Northcott staff agreed they enjoy the kind of work they do.

Be the difference in someone’s every day.

• Permanent part-time stability with guaranteed minimum hours each fortnight with the flexibility to work across a variety of shifts including morning, afternoon, and weekends. Casual roles are also available.This is meaningful work where your presence truly matters, backed by ongoing professional development and training to support your growth and open doors to future career opportunities.
• Make a real difference in people’s lives every day and be part of a purpose-driven, values-based organisation.
• Northcott offers a great range of employee benefits, including Perkbox, salary packaging, and discounted gym memberships to support your wellbeing in and out of work.

About Northcott:

At Northcott, we believe everyone deserves the opportunity to live life their way. As a not-for-profit disability service provider, we support people with disability to explore possibilities, achieve goals, and live the life they choose.

With more than 90 years of experience and a strong presence across NSW, QLD and the ACT, Northcott is one of Australia’s largest and most trusted disability service organisations. Every year we provide people with a disability along with their families and carers, personalised and empowering support.

We are a registered NDIS provider employing more than 3,000 dedicated staff across metropolitan and regional locations.

Before applying for a role at Northcott, we encourage you to visit our website to learn more about our mission to ensure our values and culture are a good fit for you: Our Story

What I Will Be Doing:

As a Support Worker working in an accommodation setting, i will support customers to live as independently and confidently as possible — helping them build daily living skills, stay healthy and safe, and stay connected to their community.

• I will support customers with personal care in a way that promotes dignity and independence. This could include showering, toileting, continence support.
• I will assist with safe manual handling using equipment such as hoists and transfer aids.
• I will work alongside clinical teams, families, and my peers to implement positive behaviour support strategies and create environments where each person feels respected, understood, and empowered.
• I will follow individual care plans to support health needs, such as epilepsy and wound care.
• I will administer medication safely and accurately according to medication management plans.
• I will prepare and support mealtimes according to mealtime management plans.
• I will help customers maintain a clean and safe home environment, for example light cleaning, laundry, shopping.
• I will assist with community access, social inclusion, and everyday outings. I am comfortable behind the wheel and happy to help customers get where they need to go — or open to learning how to drive a wheelchair-accessible van.
• I will encourage and enable daily living skills to build confidence and independence.

About You:

Northcott is on the hunt for friendly, passionate Support Workers. Whether you are just starting out or have got industry experience, If you bring enthusiasm and fresh ideas, we want you on our team.

• I see possibility and potential, not limitations.
• I am passionate about building confidence and independence in others.
• I will offer support that uplifts, not just assistance.
• I will bring a calm, curious, and consistent approach to your work.
• I recognise that learning looks different for everyone.
• I will take the time to listen deeply, respond thoughtfully, and adjust as needed.
• I will create spaces where people feel safe, respected, and genuinely valued.
• I am dependable, adaptable, and motivated to help others grow.
• I embrace diversity and understand the value of different perspectives.

As a Support Worker at Northcott, I will support people with disability to reach their goals—no matter the size. Whether it’s getting ready for a job, forming new friendships, or having more control over daily choices, I will be there every step of the way.

Position Description

Why I want this role at Northcott?

• Northcott offers many fantastic employee benefits including Perkbox, discounted health insurance, gym membership, motor service offers and more!
• Increase your take home pay and save on taxes with salary packaging of up to $15,900 annually.
• A family friendly workplace is offered, and support provided for staff to manage their home and work lives effectively.
• Learning and career advancement opportunities and you will have your contributions valued.

Ready to empower others? Start your journey with Northcott and apply today!

Join our Home Care Team and make a meaningful difference in the lives of seniors in your community!

Position: Permanent Part-time
Location: Jervis Bay to Basin View
Pay Rate: $29.81 - $4.76 per hour + 99c per km and travel time

About the Role:

Join us as a Uniting Home Care Worker, where you'll play a crucial role in providing essential and practical care for our elderly clients. You'll empower independence and enhance the quality of life for our clients in their own homes in Jervis Bay/Basin View areas.

What We Offer You:

• A rewarding career with a leading human services organisation.
• 500 bonus at 6 and 12 months.
• Up to 18,550 NFP salary packaging available.
• Access to our U rewards program with exclusive discounts.
• Flexible work hours for work-life balance.
• Access to Fitness Passport – Live your best life.
• A supportive, inclusive, and collaborative work environment.
• Opportunities for professional growth.
• Purchase of additional leave

Responsibilities:

• Help at home: Assist with housekeeping, grocery shopping, and meal preparation.
• Transport for wellbeing: Escort clients to appointments, shopping trips, and social activities.
• Personal Care: Support with personal hygiene, showering, dressing, meal assistance, and medication administration.

Qualifications and Experience:

• Previous experience in aged or community care preferred, or a strong desire to begin a career in aged care.
• Empathetic and resourceful, embodying Uniting’s values of compassion, respect, imagination, and boldness.
• Flexibility to accommodate the evolving needs and schedules of our clients.
• A provisional or full Australian driving license and access to a comprehensively insured, reliable vehicle.
• Certificate III/IV in Aged Care, Individual Support, or equivalent qualification.

At Uniting, we embrace diversity and provide a safe, inclusive environment for all staff and clients, regardless of background.

Join Our Team:

If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of elderly individuals and thrive in a supportive, nurturing environment, we invite you to apply today.

What to expect

Please know that employment with Uniting requires:

• A National Police Check
• Valid working with Children Check
• First Aid Certificate
• Working Rights Check
• References

Who is Uniting?

When you’re part of Uniting NSW & ACT, you’re part of a diverse, purpose-led team of people who are really making a difference to the world around them.

Uniting leaders and employees work together to create a culture that is safe, inclusive and person-centred. We bring this to life every day through our values: compassionate, respectful, imaginative and bold.

Uniting acknowledges the continuing sovereignty and rich cultural diversity of Australia’s First Peoples. We pay our respects to all Elders – past, present, and emerging – and to all First Peoples on whose lands we live and work.

U iting is a Child Safe Organisation committed to promoting the safety, wellbeing, and inclusion of children and young people.

Uniting is an equal opportunity at will employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of age, race, religion, colour, disability, sex, sexual orientation or national origin.

Join our Home Care Team and positively impact the lives of elderly clients in your community!

Position: Permanent Part-time, Monday to Friday
Location: Orange and surrounds
Pay Rate: $30.86 - $5.98 per hour + 99c per km and travel time

About the Role:

Join us as a Uniting Home Care Worker, where you'll play a crucial role in providing essential and practical care for our elderly clients. You'll empower independence and enhance the quality of life for our clients in their own homes in and around Orange.

What We Offer You:

• A rewarding career with a leading human services organisation.
• 500 bonus at 6 and 12 months.
• Up to 18,550 NFP salary packaging available.
• Access to our U rewards program with exclusive discounts.
• Flexible work hours for work-life balance.
• Access to Fitness Passport – Live your best life.
• A supportive, inclusive, and collaborative work environment.
• Opportunities for professional growth.
• Purchase of additional leave

Responsibilities:

• Help at home: Assist with housekeeping, grocery shopping, and meal preparation.
• Transport for wellbeing: Escort clients to appointments, shopping trips, and social activities.
• Personal Care: Support with personal hygiene, showering, dressing, meal assistance, and medication administration.

Qualifications and Experience:

• Certificate III/IV in Aged Care, Individual Support, or equivalent qualification.
• Previous experience in aged or community care is preferred, or a strong desire to begin a career in aged care.
• Empathetic and resourceful, embodying Uniting’s values of compassion, respect, imagination, and boldness.
• Flexibility to accommodate the evolving needs and schedules of our clients.
• A provisional or full Australian driving license and access to a comprehensively insured, reliable vehicle.

At Uniting, we embrace diversity and provide a safe, inclusive environment for all staff and clients, regardless of background.

Join Our Team:

If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of elderly individuals and thrive in a supportive, nurturing environment, we invite you to apply today.

What to expect

Please know that employment with Uniting requires:

• A National Police Check
• Valid working with Children Check
• First Aid Certificate
• Working Rights Check
• References

About Uniting
Uniting NSW.ACT contributes to the work and mission of the Uniting Church in NSW and the ACT through social justice advocacy, community services and spiritual care. We provide care and support for people through all ages and stages of life, with a focus on people experiencing disadvantage and vulnerability. Our purpose is to inspire people, enliven communities and confront injustice.

Uniting is a Child Safe Organisation committed to promoting the safety, wellbeing and inclusion of children and young people.

Empowered by diversity
At Uniting, inclusion isn’t just something we value – it’s how we work. Our culture and practice reflect the vibrant diversity of our colleagues, and the clients and communities we serve.

Uniting is an equal opportunity at will employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of age, race, religion, colour, disability, sex, sexual orientation or national origin.

Join our Home Care Team and positively impact the lives of elderly clients in your community!

Position: Permanent Part-time, Monday to Friday
Location: Naroma and Far South Coast
Pay Rate: $30.86 - $5.98 per hour + 99c per km and travel time

About the Role:

Join us as a Uniting Home Care Worker, where you'll play a crucial role in providing essential and practical care for our elderly clients. You'll empower independence and enhance the quality of life for our clients in their own homes in and around Narooma.

What We Offer You:

• A rewarding career with a leading human services organisation.
• 500 bonus at 6 and 12 months.
• Up to 18,550 NFP salary packaging available.
• Access to our U rewards program with exclusive discounts.
• Flexible work hours for work-life balance.
• Access to Fitness Passport – Live your best life.
• A supportive, inclusive, and collaborative work environment.
• Opportunities for professional growth.
• Purchase of additional leave

Responsibilities:

• Help at home: Assist with housekeeping, grocery shopping, and meal preparation.
• Transport for wellbeing: Escort clients to appointments, shopping trips, and social activities.
• Personal Care: Support with personal hygiene, showering, dressing, meal assistance, and medication administration.

Qualifications and Experience:

• Certificate III/IV in Aged Care, Individual Support, or equivalent qualification.
• Previous experience in aged or community care is preferred, or a strong desire to begin a career in aged care.
• Empathetic and resourceful, embodying Uniting’s values of compassion, respect, imagination, and boldness.
• Flexibility to accommodate the evolving needs and schedules of our clients.
• A provisional or full Australian driving license and access to a comprehensively insured, reliable vehicle.

At Uniting, we embrace diversity and provide a safe, inclusive environment for all staff and clients, regardless of background.

Join Our Team:

If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of elderly individuals and thrive in a supportive, nurturing environment, we invite you to apply today.

What to expect

Please know that employment with Uniting requires:

• A National Police Check
• Valid working with Children Check
• First Aid Certificate
• Working Rights Check
• References

About Uniting
Uniting NSW.ACT contributes to the work and mission of the Uniting Church in NSW and the ACT through social justice advocacy, community services and spiritual care. We provide care and support for people through all ages and stages of life, with a focus on people experiencing disadvantage and vulnerability. Our purpose is to inspire people, enliven communities and confront injustice.

Uniting is a Child Safe Organisation committed to promoting the safety, wellbeing and inclusion of children and young people.

Empowered by diversity
At Uniting, inclusion isn’t just something we value – it’s how we work. Our culture and practice reflect the vibrant diversity of our colleagues, and the clients and communities we serve.

U iting is an equal opportunity at will employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of age, race, religion, colour, disability, sex, sexual orientation or national origin.