Personal Care Assistant (Maximum Term)

For Purpose Aged Care; Singleton Council; On-site; AUD 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary Packaging

Team lunches

Employee Assistance Program

Novated Leasing

Ausmed Passport

JB Hi-Fi Discounts

Endota Spa Discounts

Career Growth Across Australia

HESTA Super

Exclusive Banking

Job summary

For Purpose Aged Care invites applications for a Personal Care Assistant at Singleton Community Aged Care on a 12-month maximum term (17 December 2026 – 17 December 2027). The role requires empathy, strong communication, and teamwork.

Shifts: Week 1 Tue–Thu 07:00–15:00; Week 2 Tue 07:00–15:00, Wed 07:00–13:30, Thu 07:00–15:00, Sun 14:45–22:15. Join a supportive team with benefits including salary packaging, team lunches, EAP, novated leasing, and staff discounts.

Qualifications

• Empathy and genuine care for residents.
• Strong communication with residents, families and team.
• Willingness to lead and collaborate in a supportive environment.
• Commitment to continuous care improvement.

Responsibilities

• Provide personal care and dignity for residents.
• Support daily living activities and assist with mobility.
• Maintain accurate records and communicate changes to the team.

Skills

Empathy

Communication

Leadership

Team spirit

Continuous improvement

Whole-person care

Time management

Tech proficiency

Clinical thinking

Education

Certificate III or IV in Individual Support (Ageing)

Job description

Singleton Community Aged Care

Do you want to work with a passionate and supportive team, that puts people first?

Singleton Community Aged Care have an opportunity for a Personal Care Assistant for a 12-month Maximum Term position from 17 December 2026 to 17 December 2027.

Week 1 - Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday 0700-1500hrs

Week 2 - Tuesday 0700-1500hrs, Wednesday 0700-1330hrs, Thursday 0700-1500hrs and Sunday 1445-2215hrs

A friendly, focused and driven team, we look to bring on staff with the right attitudes and values to provide the best CARE for our residents:

Collaboration

Accountability

Respect

Empathy

Why Work with Us?

Discover the Benefits & Culture at For Purpose Aged Care

At For Purpose Aged Care, we believe that when our staff feel supported, valued, and inspired, they deliver the very best care to our residents. As a purpose-driven, not-for-profit organisation, your wellbeing is at the heart of everything we do.

That is why we offer a growing range of benefits designed to support your lifestyle, financial wellbeing, professional growth, and sense of belonging:

Maximise Your Take-Home Pay - Save up to $15,900 a year through Salary Packaging with Go Salary.

Feel Connected - Enjoy regular team lunches and engaging team-building events that bring people together.

Super That Works for You - HESTA is an industry super fund focused on people working in health and community services.

Exclusive Workplace Banking - Take advantage of special offers through CommBank’s tailored program - because smart banking means more in your pocket.

JB Hi-Fi Employee Discounts - Access exclusive staff pricing on the latest tech and home essentials.

Wellbeing Support on Demand - Our confidential Employee Assistance Program (EAP) is always here when you need it.

Time to Unwind - Treat yourself with staff-only discounts at Endota Spa.

Novated Leasing Made Easy - Use your pre-tax income to pay for your car through our partner Enlist and enjoy potential tax benefits.

Career Growth Across Australia - Explore national job opportunities within our broader For Purpose Aged Care network.

Ausmed Passport - Take your training and qualifications with you—you’re learning counts wherever your career takes you.

Join a team that values not just the work you do, but the person you are.

At For Purpose Aged Care, we’re building a workplace where everyone feels they belong and has the tools to thrive.

What Does It Take to Join Us?

Here’s what we’re looking for in our next Personal Care Assistant superstar:

• Empathy that shines - because genuine care starts with compassion.
• Top-notch communication skills - you know how to connect, listen, and be heard.
• Natural leadership - you inspire and guide others with confidence and care.
• Team spirit - you're a true collaborator who thrives in a supportive environment.
• A passion for continuous improvement - because better care never stops evolving.
• Whole-person awareness - you consider physical, social, and emotional needs.
• Time management superpowers - you keep things running smoothly and efficiently.
• Confident with tech - from digital records to communication tools, you're on it.
• Sharp clinical thinking - you're a problem-solver with strong clinical judgment.

Essential Requirements:

• National Police Check (within the last 12 months) - a must-have for peace of mind and safety.
• Certificate III or IV in Individual Support (Ageing)