Bathurst Support Worker Children Services

Westhaven Limited; Bathurst; On-site; AUD 50,000 - 54,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Guaranteed hours & predictable income

Pro-rata paid leave

Wellness & discounts

Salary packaging benefits

12% superannuation

NAB employee banking benefits

Career development & training

Job summary

Westhaven is seeking compassionate, reliable Support Workers to join our Children’s Services team in Bathurst. You will deliver high-quality, person-centred care across residential youth homes and community programs, supporting children and young people in a stable, part-time role.

This permanent position offers guaranteed hours, pro-rata leave, and a clear roster. You’ll benefit from SCHADS rates ($36.22–$39.53/hr) plus superannuation, salary packaging, wellness perks, and ongoing career

Qualifications

• Empathy, active listening, high emotional intelligence
• Willingness to work mornings, afternoons, weekends, and sleepovers
• Experience supporting children or youth in care is beneficial
• Current NSW Driver’s Licence (provisional or full)
• First Aid & CPR certificates
• NSW Working with Children Check (WWCC)
• NDIS Worker Screening Check (NDISWC)
• Willingness to undergo statutory checks and be listed on RCWR

Responsibilities

• Provide essential care to children and young people
• Plan and attend appointments, school activities, and outings
• Offer mentorship and a nurturing environment to foster independence
• Complete daily case notes and essential administrative tasks

Skills

Child-centred mindset

Availability for rotating shifts

Resilience

Job description

Nurture, Empower, & Inspire: Join Westhaven as a Permanent Part-Time Support Worker

Are you passionate about making a lasting, positive difference in a young person’s life? Do you have the nurturing energy, patience, and warmth needed to create a safe, supportive environment where children can thrive?

Westhaven is seeking compassionate, reliable Support Workers to join our dedicated Children’s Services team in Bathurst, delivering high-quality and person-centred care across our residential youth homes and community programs.

The Power of Permanent Part-Time: Stability Meets Flexibility

Nurture, Empower, & Inspire: Join Westhaven as a Permanent Part-Time Support Worker

Are you passionate about making a lasting, positive difference in a young person’s life? Do you have the nurturing energy, patience, and warmth needed to create a safe, supportive environment where children can thrive?

Westhaven is seeking compassionate, reliable Support Workers to join our dedicated Children’s Services team in Bathurst, delivering high-quality and person-centred care across our residential youth homes and community programs.

The Power of Permanent Part-Time: Stability Meets Flexibility

Choosing a permanent part-time role with Westhaven Children’s Services gives you the optimal balance of secure employment and life outside of work:

• Guaranteed Hours & Predictable Income: Leave the uncertainty of casual rosters behind. Enjoy guaranteed fortnightly hours, predictable shifts, and a dependable paycheck.

• Paid Leave Entitlements: Build up pro-rata paid annual leave, sick and carer’s leave, and public holiday penalty rates, ensuring financial security when you need time to rest and recharge.

• True Work-Life Balance: Plan your family commitments, hobbies, or studies with complete confidence around a reliable, recurring roster.

• Competitive SCHADS Rates: Earn $36.22 to $39.53 per hour + applicable shift loadings and 12% superannuation.

• Generous Salary Packaging: Increase your take-home pay with up to $15,900/year tax-free for everyday living expenses, plus up to $2,650/year on a meal and entertainment card.

• Wellness & Financial Perks: Access the Fitness Passport program, exclusive employee retail discounts, and tailored NAB employee banking benefits.

• Career Development: Comprehensive paid induction, ongoing training, and supported internal pathways into leadership.

A Day in the Life in Children’s Services

As a Support Worker at Westhaven, your day is diverse. You will provide essential care to children and young people, adapting your approach to meet the unique needs of every individual. Your responsibilities include:

• Personalised Care: Assisting clients with personal care, daily living skills, and emotional support.

• Community Engagement: Planning and attending appointments, school activities, or social outings to foster skill development and inclusion.

• Mentorship: Providing a safe, nurturing environment for children while empowering independence.

• Administration: Completing daily case notes, incident reports, and essential administrative tasks.

What You’ll Need

• Child-Centred Mindset: Empathy, active listening skills, high emotional intelligence, and genuine patience.

• Availability: Willingness to work regular, set shifts across a rotating roster that includes mornings, afternoons, weekends, and active or sleepover night shifts.

• Resilience: Experience supporting complex needs, mental health, or behaviours of concern is beneficial.

• Essential Compliance:

  • Current NSW Driver’s Licence (provisional or full)

  • First Aid & CPR Certificates

  • Current NSW Working with Children Check (WWCC)

  • NDIS Worker Screening Check (NDISWC)

  • Willingness to undergo statutory checks and be listed on the Residential Care Workers Register (RCWR)

About Westhaven

We are regional NSW’s provider of choice for disability support. We don't just provide a service; we foster a community where everyone has the power to live life the way they choose. We are a proud EEO employer and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and those with lived experience.

Please Note

• While this recruitment drive is specifically tailored for Permanent Part-Time positions, suitable applicants may be progressed or talent-pooled for casual opportunities should a permanent part‑time position not be available.

• To be considered for this Support Worker role under the SCHADS Award, applicants must hold valid, independent Australian working rights, as Westhaven does not offer visa sponsorship for this position.

• Applications Close: 6th December 2026

For more information or confidential enquiries, please contact *******@westhaven.org.au.