Support Worker - Tamworth

Northcott; Tamworth Regional Council; Hybrid; AUD 52,000 - 68,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Exclusive Discounts & Benefits

Salary Packaging

Perkbox

Accessibility & Wellbeing

Family-Friendly Workplace

Learning & Career Growth

Job summary

Northcott in Tamworth is hiring casual "Support Workers" to empower people with disability to live independently. You’ll build skills, wellbeing, and community inclusion through personalised care and supportive teamwork.

We offer flexible shifts across Accommodation and In‑Home & Community Services, with a focus on balance, study and caring commitments. A not-for-profit provider committed to diversity and inclusive practices.

Qualifications

• Flexible availability with shifts across days, nights and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Provide personal care to promote dignity and independence.
• Support safe manual handling with hoists and aids.
• Follow individual care plans for health needs (epilepsy, wound care).
• Prepare meals and assist with mealtimes.

Skills

Flexible shifts

Manual handling

PEG feeding

Medication administration

Safe transport

Compassionate care

Job description

Helping people thrive on their own terms. Where independence begins.

Northcott is hiring for Support Worker's in Tamworth on a casual basis. Enjoy flexible shifts across Accommodation and In‑Home & Community Services, supporting work‑life balance, study, and caring commitments.

About The Role

You will empower people with disability to live as independently and confidently as possible through skill‑building, wellbeing support, and community inclusion.

In this role, you will:

• Provide personal care that promotes dignity and independence (e.g. showering, toileting, continence support).
• Support safe manual handling and mobility using hoists and other aids.
• Follow individual care plans to meet health needs such as epilepsy or wound care.
• Prepare meals and assist with mealtimes in line with mealtime management plans.
• Enable customers to participate in everyday activities - from household tasks to social and community outings.

You will be surrounded by an experienced, supportive team who’ll help you grow your skills and build a rewarding career in disability support.

At Northcott, we believe in looking after the people who drive our organisation. That’s why we offer a range of fantastic employee benefits designed to support your wellbeing, lifestyle, and career growth.

• Exclusive Discounts & Benefits - Enjoy discounted health insurance, gym memberships, motor services and more.
• Salary Packaging - Boost your take-home pay and save on tax with up to $15,900 annually. Enjoy the benefits of salary packaging - no matter where else you work.
• Perkbox - Access everyday savings, discounts, and wellbeing resources - our way of supporting you beyond the pay packet.
• Accessibility & Wellbeing - Inclusive workplace with support for employees with disability, including tailored adjustments, flexible work options and a Psychologically safe environment.
• Family-Friendly Workplace - Flexible support to help you balance home and work life.
• Learning & Career Growth - Ongoing training, development, and opportunities to advance your career, with your contributions always valued.

Skills & Experience

• Flexible availability is highly regarded. Shifts are available 24/7 across mornings, afternoons, overnights (including sleepovers), and weekends. We are looking for Support Workers who can work across a range of shifts.
• You are confident with manual handling, PEG feeding, medication administration, and safe transport.
• You stay calm, capable, and compassionate when things get challenging.
• You have experience supporting people with varying physical, cognitive or behavioural needs - and always lead with respect.
• You love learning, connecting, and helping others live more independently.
• A short cover letter outlining your skills, experience and what interests you about this role.

We encourage you to visit our website to learn more about our mission to ensure our values and culture are a good fit for you:Our Story

At Northcott, we believe everyone deserves the chance to live life their way. As a not-for-profit disability service provider, we support people with disability to explore new possibilities, reach their goals, and shape their own futures.
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Northcott will review candidates throughout the recruitment process, likely before the close date and you will be advised of an outcome. For general enquiries about the role you are applying for, please email [e-mail] .

Diversity and Inclusion Statement

Northcott actively promotes diversity and inclusion in the recruitment process and throughout employment. We are committed to providing a workplace where every person is valued, respected and supported to progress. Northcott welcomes applications from and ensures no one is disadvantaged on the basis of their Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander identity, culture, LGBTQIA+ identity, neurodivergence, disability, gender, age, religion or caring responsibilities. We welcome bilingual and multilingual applicants, recognising the important role language and cultural understanding play in connecting with and supporting our diverse communities. If you require any adjustments to participate in the recruitment process, have a preferred contact method, or need information provided in an alternative format, please contact recruitment at [e-mail] are here to support you - reasonable adjustments are available throughout the application process and are also available to employees in their roles beyond recruitment.