Personal Support Worker- Newcastle & Surrounding Suburbs (Evening Shifts)

Looking for extra income after work or study? Turn a few evening hours into something meaningful.

If you’re looking for flexible evening work that truly makes a difference, join Forward Ability Support and help people with spinal cord injuries live independently in their own homes.

As a not-for-profit organization with over 60 years of experience, we’re passionate about empowering people to live their best lives—and we’re looking for caring, reliable Disability Support Workers to join our growing team.

We’re currently seeking compassionate Personal Support Workers to join our team in Newcastle, Mayfield East & Wickham.

Evening shifts available:

Mayfield East

• Friday: 5:00 pm -7:00 pm

Newcastle

• Thursday: 5:30 pm -7:30 pm

Wickham

• Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday & Saturday: 7:00 pm -9:30 pm

What you’ll be doing: 

You’ll provide personalized, high-intensity support within clients’ homes, including:

• Personal care and hygiene
• Transfers, hoist use and mobility support
• Bladder, bowel and catheter care
• Meal preparation and feeding assistance
• Household tasks and domestic support
• Community access using the client’s vehicle
• Completing daily progress notes

Why you’ll love working with us:

• Paid 3-day induction & training with a Registered Nurse
• Buddy shifts with experienced staff
• 24/7 Rostering Team and Registered Nurse support
• Ongoing clinical training and professional development
• Opportunity to transition from casual to permanent part-time employment
• SCHADS Award Level 2 pay (Pay Point 1-2 based on experience)
• Join a supportive, values-driven not-for-profit making a genuine difference every day

To join our team, you’ll need

• NDIS Worker Screening Check (or willingness to obtain)
• National Police Check
• First Aid & CPR Certificate
• Driver’s licence and access to a vehicle
• Prior work reference
• Excellent English communication skills
• A caring, professional and dependable approach

Please note:

• Flexibility to work short split shifts is essential.
• All successful applicants complete a paid 3-day induction in Lidcombe.

Spend a few hours each evening doing work that matters. Apply now and become part of a team that’s making a lasting impact every day.

Please note: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Forward Ability Support is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply. Successful applicants will be required to consent to a pre-employment health assessment, reference checks and an NDIS Worker Screening Check.