Carer - Casual

Anglicare; Sydney; On-site; AUD 55,000 - 65,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary packaging

Discounts for staff

Training and development

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Anglicare Sydney is hiring a Carer at Carlingford House to provide high-quality, person-centred care for residents, helping with daily tasks and supporting wellbeing. You will work closely with nurses and the care team to enhance independence and dignity for older people.

The role requires a Certificate III in Ageing or equivalent, at least six months’ care experience, NDIS screening clearance, and ability to use digital care documentation systems.

Qualifications

• Certificate III in Ageing or equivalent qualification.
• Minimum six months’ experience providing personal care in aged care or similar healthcare environment.
• Current NDIS workers screening check clearance.
• Australian working rights.

Responsibilities

• Provide personal care including showering, dressing, grooming, toileting and feeding.
• Support residents with mobility, transfers and other physical assistance.
• Provide companionship and emotional support.
• Observe and document residents’ care and progress.
• Follow care plans and respond to residents’ needs and preferences.
• Escalate changes to the Registered Nurse or leader.
• Work with nurses and care team to maintain privacy, safety and independence.

Skills

Compassionate care

Communication

Team collaboration

Education

Certificate III in Individual Support (Ageing)

Tools

Electronic care management

Digital documentation systems

Job description

Transform lives, every single day Would you like to use your compassion and care for greater impact? At Anglicare Sydney, you can. and together, we will. We’re a well-respected not-for-profit that’s been serving society’s most vulnerable for more than 170 years. Each year, we achieve life-changing outcomes for the 40,000+ people who rely on our person-centred support. As a Carer, you will make a difference that enriches lives and strengthens communities. In return for your dedication, you’ll find genuine support, rewarding career opportunities, and the balance you need to thrive in all areas of your life.

Your opportunity

As a Carer at Anglicare Sydney’s Carlingford House you will provide high-quality, person-centred care that supports our residents to live with dignity and purpose.

You will assist with daily tasks, attending to residents’ physical and emotional wellbeing. You will ensure the physical comfort and emotional health of our residents are met and help enhance their independence and quality of life.

With kindness and understanding, you will:

• Provide personal care, including showering, dressing, grooming, toileting and feeding
• Support residents with mobility, transfers and other physical assistance
• Provide companionship and emotional support
• Observe, monitor and accurately document residents’ care and progress
• Follow individual care plans and respond to residents’ needs and preferences
• Escalate changes in a resident’s condition to the Registered Nurse or appropriate leader
• Work collaboratively with nurses, allied health professionals and other care team members
• Maintain residents’ privacy, dignity, safety and independence

What you’ll bring

You are a kind-hearted, patient and respectful person who is passionate about enhancing the lives of older people. You share our organisational values of integrity, justice, compassion and excellence, and bring them to everything you do.

What’s required

• A Certificate III in Individual Support (Ageing), Aged Care or an equivalent qualification
• Minimum six months’ experience providing personal care in aged care or a similar healthcare environment
• Current NDIS workers screening check clearance.
• Experience using electronic care management or digital documentation systems
• Australian working rights appropriate to the position
• Availability to work minimum three casual shifts per week.

What’s preferred

• Experience working in residential aged care
• Experience supporting people living with dementia
• Experience completing progress notes and following individual care plans
• Experience working collaboratively with Registered Nurses and multidisciplinary care teams
• Strong verbal and written communication skills

Why Anglicare Sydney?

At Anglicare Sydney, you will belong to a community of kind, humble and respectful people of all faiths and backgrounds - people who respect you for you and genuinely care. You’ll also be surrounded by leaders and mentors who support you to grow your career and find the balance that’s right for you.

On top of that, here are just some of the other benefits you will enjoy in a career with us

• Pay less tax on your income and increase your take home pay. With salary packaging, up to $15,900 of your income is tax free for Permanent employment.
• Spend up to $2,650 on accommodation, meals and entertainment also tax free with salary packaging for permanent employment.
• Ongoing training and professional development opportunities to advance your career
• Exclusive discounts to over 400 retailers
• Employee Assistance Program and Fitness Passport with discounts to over 800 gyms for you and your family

Ready for a career that means more?

After applying, you may be invited to complete a short chat interview followed by a video interview containing three scenario-based questions about your experience and approach to personal care. All applicants will receive a response.

Anglicare Sydney welcomes people of all faiths and backgrounds who share our commitment to serving others. We strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, and people of all ages, abilities and cultural backgrounds.

Application Close Date: October 21, 2026

Do you want a career that means more?

We bring the strength, the support and the strategy to make it happen. At Anglicare, we’re building a future where every voice counts. We celebrate diversity, champion equity, and foster a culture of belonging - because your unique perspective helps shape stronger communities. Joining our team means becoming part of a values-led community, committed to transforming lives across aged care, housing, mental health, disability and family services. Here, you'll find the stability and support to build a meaningful career while making a positive impact in the lives of our society’s most vulnerable people. Because your passion for helping others deserves a home where it can truly flourish. Anglicare is where you can do the best work of your life.

Your rewards and benefits

We believe that caring for others starts with caring for our people. Because you put so much heart into helping the most vulnerable in our community, we're committed to supporting you to thrive both professionally and personally. Here, we recognise that meaningful work deserves meaningful support. So, we've designed a comprehensive package of rewards and benefits that reflect our values and make a real difference to your life. We support your career by investing in your growth, balance and security through professional development opportunities. We also offer competitive salary packaging, wellbeing programs and generous discounts for you and your family.

Staff Rewards

Enjoy access to our staff rewards portal, with exclusive discounts to over 400 retailers, free wellbeing resources and more.

Salary Packaging

• Pay less tax on your income and increase your take-home pay! With salary packaging, up to $15,900 of your income is tax free.
• You can also spend up to $2,650 on accommodation, meals and entertainment... tax free!

Employee Assistance Program

At Anglicare, we care about your mental wellbeing, both at work and at home. Our confidential Employee Assistance Program provides free counselling as you need it.

Employee Referral Program

Be rewarded with a $1,200 incentive every time you help us find the right person for a permanent role! Simply go to our careers page, refer a friend for a permanent role, and if they're hired, you’ll receive an additional $1,200 (taxable) payment when they reach six months of service.

Formal Recognition

The Performance Review process supports your professional goals through ongoing conversations and feedback from your manager. Your Annual Review Conversation provides an opportunity to formally recognise and reward outstanding performance through career progression, skill development and secondment.