Care Assistants

Samaritans; Gloucester; On-site; AUD 41,000 - 59,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly rates

Salary packaging options (up to $611/­

Discounted private health insurance

Career and development opportunities

Fitness Passport Program access

Employee Assistance Program

Parental leave benefits

Job summary

Newcastle Anglican seeks Care Assistants to support residents in our Gloucester NSW facilities. You will join a multi-disciplinary team providing compassionate, person-centered care and documenting residents’ progress with integrity.

Current shifts include weekday short shifts (1600-2000) with flexible part-time options. Benefits include competitive hourly rates, salary packaging, private health discounts, and career development opportunities.

Qualifications

• Current First Aid Certificate (ongoing requirement) or willing to obtain.
• Ability to work effectively both individually and as part of a team.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to accurately document residents' care and progress.
• Promote Anglican Care’s positive culture with residents, staff and families.
• Deliver person-centered care and adhere to Aged Care Standards.
• Maintain confidentiality in documentation and communications.

Responsibilities

• Provide person-centered care to residents in our aged care facilities.
• Document residents’ care plans and progress accurately.
• Work collaboratively within a multi-disciplinary team.
• Adhere to Aged Care Standards and confidentiality rules.
• Support residents and their families with compassionate care.

Skills

Teamwork

Written communication

Verbal communication

Documentation

Confidentiality

Education

Certificate III in Health Support / Care Assistant or BA Nursing (2nd/3rd year)

First Aid Certificate

Job description

Newcastle Anglican are seeking Care Assistants to join their team at Mirrabooka Place - Gloucester NSW.. You will be part of a multi-disciplinary team providing excellent care to seniors in our residential aged care homes.

This role offers an excellent opportunity for an enthusiastic and energetic individual looking to gain further experience in a great team environment. You will have the opportunity to make every moment matter by bringing respect, compassion, integrity and enhancing the wellbeing of our residents and consumers.

Currently there are a range of permanent shifts available:

• Weekday short shifts (1600-2000)

Why Work for us?

Our teams are the heart of what we do here at Newcastle Anglican. As a part of the team, you have access to the following great benefits:

Newcastle Anglican places people at the centre of our work. As a part of a faith-based organisation, you have access to the following great benefits:

• Competitive hourly rates
• Up to 40% discount on school enrolment fees at any of our Newcastle Anglican schools
• Salary packaging options (up to $611/fortnight)
• Discounted private health insurance through Medibank
• Career and development opportunities â we want you to flourish!
• Access to over 300+ gyms with the Fitness Passport Program
• Free access to our corporate Employee Assistance Program
• 14 weeks paid parental leave or 3 weeks paid partner leave.

About you?

• Certificate III Individual Support / Cert III Heath Service Assistance or BA Nursing Students 2nd + 3rd Yr
• Current First Aid Certificate (ongoing requirement) or willing to obtain
• An ability to work effectively as an individual and within a team
• Effective written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to accurately document residents care/progress
• Actively promote Anglican Care’s positive culture through interactions with residents, staff and their families
• Consistent delivery of person centered care to residents in our facilities
• Observe confidentiality matters at all times associated with documentation and communications
• Abide by Aged Care Standards
• Work as an effective team member

Who we are?

Formerly known as the Anglican Diocese of Newcastle, Newcastle Anglican is a faith-based organisation serving the people of the Hunter and the Central Coast.

We offer a leading Christian presence to our community through our parishes, four schools, Anglican Care and Samaritans.

Our vision is for people to flourish because of what we do, inspired by the way of Jesus.

We provide a culturally safe environment for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and welcome all applications.

You must have the right to work in Australia

No third party applications please

Posted Date29 Sep 2026

LocationGloucester
NSW /Australia

Job TypePart Time

Salary Up to 36.23 p/h Shift loading salary packaging