Home Care Worker - South West Region

Anglicare Sydney; Sydney; On-site; AUD 34,000 - 48,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Above award hourly pay

Tax-free benefits for permanent roles

Ongoing training and professional dev

Rewards program discounts

Employee Assistance program

Fitness Passport discounts

Job summary

Anglicare Sydney is seeking a compassionate Home Care Worker to support clients in their own homes across the South West region, including Minto Gardens, Oran Park, and Cobbity Park Villages, on a casual basis. You will help with daily tasks, provide companionship, and promote independence and dignity.

Ideal candidates bring empathy, patience, strong communication, reliability and adaptability; NSW Driver’s Licence and a suitable vehicle are required, plus First Aid/CPR and basic tech literacy.

Qualifications

• Valid NSW Driver’s Licence and access to a reliable NSW C Class vehicle.
• Current accredited First Aid and CPR certificate (or willingness to obtain).
• COVID‑19 and Flu vaccinations (highly recommended).
• Basic computer and smartphone literacy.

Responsibilities

• Provide in-home care to support independence and dignity.
• Assist with daily tasks like housekeeping, meal prep, personal care.
• Offer emotional support and companionship.
• Provide transport for appointments and social activities.
• Communicate clearly with clients and families.

Skills

Empathy

Patience

Communication

Reliability

Adaptability

Smartphone literacy

NSW Driver’s Licence

C Class vehicle

Education

Certificate III in Individual Support (Aging, Home, and Community)

First Aid & CPR certificate

COVID-19 vaccination

Tools

NSW Driver’s Licence

Job description

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 Home Care Worker, 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 valued Home Care Worker at Anglicare we have opportunities to work across the South West region - Minto Gardens, Oran Park and Cobbity Park Villages on a Casual Basis.

You will provide compassionate, high‑quality support to clients in their own homes, helping them maintain independence and live with dignity.

You will assist with daily tasks, offer emotional support, and provide meaningful companionship. Your care will ensure clients feel safe, respected, and valued in the comfort of their own environment.

With kindness and understanding, you will provide:

• Domestic Assistance - Supporting with household chores such as washing, ironing, vacuuming, and dusting.
• Meal Preparation - Assisting with planning, preparing, and cooking meals.
• Personal Care Support - Helping with showering, dressing, grooming, and other personal hygiene needs.
• Social Engagement - Providing companionship and encouraging participation in social activities and community engagement.
• Transport Services - Offering transport for appointments, shopping trips, and social outings.

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:

• Valid NSW Driver’s Licence
• Reliable NSW C Class Motor Vehicle for travel between customer locations
• Current accredited First Aid and CPR certificate (or willingness to obtain)
• COVID‑19 and Flu vaccinations (highly recommended)
• Basic computer and smartphone literacy

What’s Preferred:

• Previous experience in Home Care or Disability Support
• Certificate III in Individual Support (Aging, Home, and Community). Highly preferred

You will also have:

• Empathy - understanding and sharing the feelings of others
• Patience - staying calm and composed in challenging situations
• Communication - clear and respectful interaction with clients and families
• Reliability - being dependable and consistent in care delivery
• Adaptability - adjusting to different needs and environments

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:

• Above award hourly rates of pay and tax‑free benefits for permanent employment
• Ongoing training and professional development opportunities
• Supportive and inclusive team environment.
• Opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of others.
• Access to Anglicare’s rewards program with discounts to over 400 retailers
• Employee Assistance program and Fitness Passport with discounts to over 800 gyms for you and your family.

Are you ready for a career that means more?

As soon as you apply, you will be invited to a short interview via Chat.

After completing this interview, you will then be invited to a short video interview where you will be asked three scenario‑based questions relating to your experience and insights on personal care.

You will be able to record your answers from the comfort of your own home via mobile phone or laptop/computer.

All applicants will receive a response.

Anglicare Sydney is as wonderfully diverse as the customers and communities we support. While we are guided by our Christian‑based values, our team includes people of all faiths and backgrounds who share our commitment to serving others, and we value the diverse perspectives they bring.

We strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, and people of all ages, genders, abilities and cultural backgrounds.