Domestic Assistant

HenderCare; Adelaide; On-site; AUD 30,000 - 44,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Flexible casual shifts

Inclusive leadership

Training and development

Employee assistance programs

Wellbeing services

Work-life balance

Job summary

HenderCare is seeking casual Domestic Assistants to support clients in their own homes in Adelaide, SA. You will help maintain a clean, safe, and comfortable living environment, promoting independence and wellbeing through practical household support.

We value compassionate, reliable individuals who can work independently with good time management and strong communication skills. A driver’s licence, vehicle, and mobile app access are preferred for roster coordination.

Qualifications

• Prior experience in domestic assistance or cleaning is preferred.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage time.
• Physical ability to perform cleaning tasks.
• Own vehicle and valid driver’s license (preferred).

Responsibilities

• General house cleaning (vacuuming, mopping, dusting, etc.).
• Assisting with laundry and linen changes.
• Assistance with meal preparation.
• Unaccompanied shopping.
• Maintaining a clean, hygienic and homely home according to client needs.

Skills

Communication skills

Independent work

Time management

Reliability

Attention to detail

Physical fitness

Flexible hours

Tools

AlayaCare App

Job description

The Opportunity

HenderCare is currently seeking enthusiastic, reliable, and friendly individuals to join our team as casual Domestic Assistants in Adelaide.

Category: Field Worker

Location: Adelaide, SA, AU, 5000

You’ll be part of a supportive and collaborative team environment where your contributions are valued.

Take your next step with HenderCare.

About The Role

This Domestic Assistant role is based in the community, supporting clients in their own homes to maintain a clean, safe, and comfortable living environment. You will help promote independence and wellbeing by providing essential household support.

Key Duties Include

• General house cleaning (vacuuming, mopping, dusting, etc.)
• Assisting with laundry and linen changing
• Assistance with meal preparation
• Unaccompanied shopping
• Ensuring that service recipients homes are kept in a clean, hygienic, and homely condition according to the individual's needs and wishes.

About You

We are looking for a compassionate and reliable individual who takes pride in supporting others to live safely and independently at home. The ideal candidate is proactive, respectful and committed to making a positive difference in people’s daily lives.

Our Ideal Candidate

• Previous experience in domestic assistance, cleaning, or similar roles (preferred)
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently and manage time effectively
• Reliable, with a strong work ethic and attention to detail
• Physical ability to perform cleaning and household tasks
• Availability for flexible working hours, supporting multiple client's throughout the day.

Required

• Reliable smartphone compatible with AlayaCare App for roster access (iOS 15+ or Android 9+)
• Your own vehicle
• Australian Driver's Licence
• Current National Police Check
• Current Working with Vulnerable People Card
• Current NDIS Worker Screening Check

Only applicants with the right to work in Australia will be considered. Successful candidates will be required to undergo pre-employment checks.

Welcome to HenderCare

At HenderCare, we pride ourselves on the high-quality care and support we offer to people living with a disability, people in the acute healthcare sector, children and young people, and our older Australians. Our mission is to give our all for health and community care, with our clients at the forefront of all that we do – enhancing their lives and assisting them to achieve their goals and improve their well-being.

We recognise that our greatest contribution to enhancing the lives of our clients is the investment in talented, caring, and passionate people. We champion diversity and equality, foster a culture of respect and support, and provide growth and developmental opportunities for you to reach your full potential throughout your career.

So, why work at HenderCare?

• Competitive pay
• Flexible casual shifts that fit around your lifestyle and commitments
• Inclusive and supportive leadership
• Continuous training and professional development opportunities
• Access to Employee Assistance Programs
• Wellbeing services and corporate discount packages
• Work-life balance and flexible arrangements

HenderCare is an inclusive and equal-opportunity employer and is committed to maintaining a professional and safe working environment with a zero-tolerance approach to sexual abuse, bullying, discrimination, and harassment. We value Australia's diversity and seek to improve equal and equitable opportunities for all employees and prospective candidates, regardless of race, age, gender, sex, abilities, culture, language, and socio-economic background.

We are committed to fostering a work environment that respects and pays tribute to the rich history and culture of our First Nations People. Through our combined efforts in Closing the Gap, we aim to provide valuable employment for our First Nations peoples and encourage their contribution to our workforce.