Cleaning Assistant - Rathgar Lodge

UPA Aged Care Solutions; Ulmarra; On-site; AUD 30,000 - 41,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Wellness Program

Employee Assistance Program

Retention bonus

Job summary

The United Protestant Association of NSW Limited (UPA) is seeking a Cleaner for Rathgar Lodge in the North Coast Region. You will maintain a high standard of cleaning to support residents’ health and well-being, working across various shifts with flexibility and attention to safety.

Join a values-driven non-profit organisation that values staff wellbeing, provides a wellness program, and offers a supportive team environment in a community-focused setting.

Qualifications

• An ability to demonstrate a high standard of cleanliness.
• Empathy with aged residents.
• Ability to work without close supervision and in a safe manner.
• Knowledge of infection control and hazardous substances.
• Awareness of continual improvement processes.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a high standard of cleaning within the facility.
• Support residents by maintaining a clean and safe environment.
• Follow infection control policies and safety procedures.
• Respond to cleaning emergencies and maintain supplies.

Skills

Cleanliness

Empathy

Safety

Infection control

First Aid

Job description

Job no: 493706
Work type: Casual
Location: Ulmarra
Categories: Residential Care Services

CLEANER

The Organisation

The United Protestant Association of NSW Limited (“UPA”) is a values-driven non-profit care organisation serving local communities throughout NSW, with a vision of always ensuring we have “our people by our side”. With a staff compliment of 1400 and a turnover in excess of $100M, UPA is a non-profit Company limited by guarantee.

Our services include: -

• Residential Aged Care
• Home Care Services

The Opportunity

We are looking for a Cleaner to join our team at Rathgar Lodge in our North Coast Region.You will make a difference to our residents by facilitating positive health and by providing a high standard of quality care to facility residents by providing and maintaining a high standard of cleaning within the facility.

What you bring to the role

• An ability to demonstrate a high standard of cleanliness
• An ability to demonstrate empathy with aged residents
• An ability to work without close supervision and in a safe manner
• Knowledge of infection control and hazardous substances
• Be aware of continual improvement processes
• Desirable to hold a current First Aid Certificate
• Excellent Team player who is highly motivated
• Knowledge of Work Health and Safety
• Availability to work various shifts across various days

Benefits and perks

• Competitive remuneration including eligibility for not-for-profit salary packaging options for permanent employees (up to $15,900 living expenses and $2,650 entertainment benefits, tax free)
• Access to a Wellness Program
• Employee Assistance Program
• Up to $500 retention bonus for permanent appointments
• Platinum Member of the Australian College of Nursing
• Supportive and friendly work environment
• Work/life balance and flexible working arrangements available
• Workplace education and support provided
• Opportunity to make a real difference to your community and the lives of those in need

Pre-employment screening

The successful candidate is required to have completed/have a willingness to undertake the following:-

• Vaccinated in accordance with UPA’s Immunisation and Vaccination Policy. (including proof of the required doses of a TGA approved COVID-19 vaccine and annual influenza)
• Undertake a National Criminal History Check
• Pre-Employment Medical Assessment

Appointment is subject to satisfactory of all pre-employment checks.

To find out more about UPA of NSW, we invite you to visit our website at www.upa.org.au.

We welcome applications from all ages and genders, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, culturally and linguistically diverse groups, the LGBTQIA+ community, veterans, refugees and people with disability. If we can make some adjustments to our recruitment/interview process to better enable you to shine, please contact the UPA’s Talent Team at***********@upa.org.au.

Advertised: 29 Oct 2026 AUS Eastern Daylight Time
Applications close: 30 Nov 2026 AUS Eastern Daylight Time