Laundry Assistant - Ascott Gardens

UPA External; Orange (CA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 27,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive remuneration

Not-for-profit salary packaging

Wellness Program

Employee Assistance Program

Supportive work environment

Work-life balance

Workplace education and support

Opportunity to make a difference

Permanent possibility after fixed-term

Job summary

United Protestant Association of NSW Limited (UPA) is seeking a careful Laundry Assistant to join our team on a part-time, fixed-term basis until 31 December 2025, with the possibility of becoming permanent. You will contribute to maintaining high laundry and cleaning standards for our residents and support infection control practices.

We value compassion, respect, integrity, kindness and inclusiveness, and welcome applications from diverse backgrounds.

Qualifications

• Infection control knowledge and handling of hazardous substances.
• Awareness of continuous improvement processes.
• First Aid Certificate (desirable).
• Ability to maintain high standards of laundry and cleaning.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Reliable, caring and positive approach to work.

Skills

Infection control

Continuous improvement

First Aid Certificate

Laundry & cleaning standards

Teamwork & independence

Reliable, caring attitude

Job description

LAUNDRY ASSISTANT – PART-TIME FIXED-TERM

Fixed-term position until 31 December 2025, with the possibility of becoming permanent.

The Organisation

The United Protestant Association of NSW Limited (“UPA”) is a values-driven non-profit care organisation serving local communities throughout NSW, with a vision of always ensuring we have “our people by our side.” With approximately 1,400 staff and a turnover in excess of $100M, UPA is a non-profit company limited by guarantee.

Our services include:

• Residential Aged Care

• Home Care Services

• Retirement Villages

The Opportunity

We are looking for a dedicated and reliable Laundry Assistant to join our team on a part-time, fixed-term basis until 31 December 2025, with the possibility of the position becoming permanent.

Our focus is on building sincere and caring partnerships with our residents and consumers, enabling them to live a purposeful life for as long as possible. Every decision we make as an organisation comes back to our values of Compassion, Respect, Integrity, Kindness and Inclusiveness.

We want to ensure our exceptional standards of care for older Australians are maintained at all times, and we are looking for like-minded people to join our dedicated team.

If this sounds like you, we’d love to welcome you to UPA!

What You Will Bring to the Role

• Knowledge of infection control and hazardous substances

• Awareness of continuous improvement processes

• Current First Aid Certificate (desirable)

• Ability to maintain a high standard of laundry and cleaning practices

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

• A reliable, caring and positive approach to your work

Benefits and Perks

• Competitive remuneration

• Access to not-for-profit salary packaging options for eligible employees

• Access to a Wellness Program

• Employee Assistance Program

• Supportive and friendly work environment

• Work/life balance

• Workplace education and support

• Opportunity to make a real difference in your community and in the lives of older Australians

• Opportunity for the role to become permanent following the fixed-term period

Pre-Employment Screening

The successful candidate will be required to complete, or have a willingness to undertake, the following:

• Vaccinations in accordance with UPA’s Immunisation and Vaccination Policy

• National Criminal History Check

• Pre-Employment Medical Assessment

Appointment is subject to satisfactory completion of all required pre-employment checks.

We welcome applications from people of all ages and genders, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, culturally and linguistically diverse communities, the LGBTQIA+ community, veterans, refugees and people with disability. If we can make adjustments to our recruitment or interview process to better enable you to shine, please contact the UPA Talent Team.

Advertised: 23 Sep 2026 AUS Eastern Standard Time
Applications close: 23 Oct 2026 AUS Eastern Daylight Time