Personal Care / Support

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

Job summary

Newly HealthcareLink in Sydney seeks Personal Care Assistants for contract, casual shifts in Padstow and surrounds. You will support clients at home with daily living tasks, mobility assistance, meal prep and companionship.

This on-demand role offers flexible hours, hourly pay, travel between client homes, and a responsive coordination team guided by care plans.

Qualifications

• Availability for immediate start.
• Own reliable car and willingness to travel locally between client homes.
• Full Australian Drivers Licence with a clean record.
• Current National Police Check and Working with Children Check.
• Experience in personal care, disability support, aged care, or related field preferred.
• Strong interpersonal skills, patience, and cultural sensitivity.
• Ability to follow instructions, document care activities, and work independently.

Responsibilities

• Assist with personal hygiene and grooming, including showering, dressing, and toileting support.
• Support mobility and transfers using safe manual handling practices or aids as required.
• Prepare nutritious meals and assist with feeding when needed.
• Provide medication reminders and report any concerns to the care coordinator or health professionals.
• Complete light household tasks to maintain a safe and tidy living space.
• Offer companionship, emotional support, and engagement in social or recreational activities.
• Follow individualized care plans, document care activities accurately, and communicate changes promptly.

Skills

Empathy

Communication

Driving Licence

Autonomy

Job description

Job Type: Contract position | Casual position

Job Description

Personal Care Assistant / Worker (Contract, Hourly) Padstow NSW 2211 — Immediate Start | On-demand Workforce Overview: Join a dynamic on-demand care network delivering compassionate, high-quality personal support across Padstow and surrounding suburbs.

We are seeking reliable, respectful Personal Care Assistants to provide person-centred assistance to clients in their homes. This contract role offers flexible hours, hourly pay, and the opportunity to make a meaningful difference each day. Role Summary: As a Personal Care Assistant you will support clients with daily living tasks, promote independence, and contribute to a safe and comfortable home environment.

You will work with diverse individuals, follow care plans, and communicate clearly with clients, families, and coordinators. This role suits empathetic, practical carers who value autonomy and responsive scheduling.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with personal hygiene and grooming, including showering, dressing, and toileting support.
• Support mobility and transfers using safe manual handling practices or aids as required.
• Prepare nutritious meals and assist with feeding when needed.
• Provide medication reminders and report any concerns to the care coordinator or health professionals.
• Complete light household tasks to maintain a safe and tidy living space.
• Offer companionship, emotional support, and engagement in social or recreational activities.
• Follow individualized care plans, document care activities accurately, and communicate changes promptly.

Requirements

• Requirements Availability for immediate start and flexible scheduling to meet client needs.
• Own reliable car and willingness to travel locally between client homes.
• Full Australian Drivers Licence with a clean record.
• Current National Police Check and Working with Children Check.
• Experience in personal care, disability support, aged care, or related field preferred.
• Strong interpersonal skills, patience, and cultural sensitivity.
• Ability to follow instructions, document care activities, and work independently.

What We Offer

• Hourly rate with competitive pay reflective of skills and experience.
• Flexible contract work through an on-demand platform that connects you to local assignments.
• Varied shifts to suit lifestyle including mornings, evenings, and weekend opportunities.
• Supportive coordination team, clear care plans, and opportunities for ongoing development.

About Our Service

We operate as an on-demand workforce provider focused on delivering person-centred, respectful home care across the community. Our network matches qualified carers with clients seeking reliable, compassionate support. Safety, dignity, and client choice are at the centre of our approach, and we prioritise respectful relationships between carers and those they support.

Ideal Candidate

You are dependable, caring, and committed to improving the daily lives of others. You maintain professional standards, hold required checks and licence, and enjoy working autonomously while staying connected to a supportive team. We welcome applicants who meet the requirements and are ready to start immediately in the Padsto