Job Description
Transform lives, every single day
Would you like to use your compassion and care for greater impact? At Anglicare Sydney, you can. And together, we will.
We’re a well-respected not-for-profit that’s been serving society’s most vulnerable for more than 160 years. Each year, we achieve life-changing outcomes for the 40,000+ people who rely on our person-centred support.
As a Home Care Worker, you will make a difference that enriches lives and strengthens communities. In return for your dedication, you'll find genuine support, rewarding career opportunities, and the balance you need to thrive in all areas of your life.
About the Village
Nestled in the heart of the beautiful Sutherland Shire in Kirrawee, our village offers a dynamic and supportive work environment.
Working at Donald Robinson Village means being part of a dedicated team that values collaboration, innovation, and a passion for making a difference.
As an employee, you'll enjoy a workplace that encourages personal growth, continuous learning, and a sense of belonging.
Our community is big on purpose and never short on things to do, offering opportunities for you to engage in village events, and build meaningful relationships with colleagues and residents alike.
Anglicare currently has several fantastic casual roles available for passionate Care Workers who thrive on building relationships and helping to improve the quality of life for the people they support.
Casual role is available across weekdays, evenings and weekends so flexibility will be key.
If this is you please consider joining our newest, diverse, exciting care delivery team!
What’s on offer:
- Join our growing and vibrant team at Donald Robinson Village, working in a rewarding environment to brighten the day of the older people you work with .Supporting Anglicare’s Retirement Living residents to remain living at home independently!
- There will be opportunities for additional hours and/or to backfill leave.
- Working on one site .
- Your manager will be based on site and available to answer any questions while you’re visiting residents within the village.
- Best part is assisting older people in the comfort of their own homes, in the community they are part of!
- Opportunity for career development, diversity and progression within the organisation
- Easy mobile app for managing rostered resident services
About the role:
We are seeking a kind-hearted, person who want to connect with and make a difference in the lives of older people living in the community.
In role as a Village Care Worker you will work on a permanent part time basis assisting Anglicare’s Retirement Living Residents to live well and independently.
Your role will be to visit residents in their homes to offer assistance with their day to day needs through the promotion of independence and choice.
Duties will include but are not limited to:
- Being present in the village, completing regular village rounds with your co-worker, and completing general village tasks during your shift.
- Assisting with domestic duties and household tasks including washing, ironing, vacuuming, dusting
- Assisting with the preparation and cooking of meals with individual residents and groups
- ·Assisting with social support individually and in group settings and encouraging older people to engage in social activities
- Assisting with personal care including showering, dressing, grooming Providing Transport – appointments, shopping and social outings both individual and in groups
- Respite – supporting an older person while family carers take a break in the person’s home and/or at our overnight respite cottage
About you:
To be successful in this role you will understand the importance of maintaining compliance with standards, promote the core values of Anglicare Sydney and adhere to organisational policies and procedures that underpin the support offered to older people to live well at home.
To be considered for this role, you will have:
- Essential: Previous experience as a Support Worker in Home Care or Disability
- Desirable: A Certificate III in Individual Support (Ageing, Home, and Community)
- Current accredited First Aid and CPR certificate (or willing to obtain)
- Vaccinated against COVID and Flu highly recommended
- A reliable vehicle to transport residents to appointments - NSW C Class Motor Vehicle (essential) with minimum Third Party Vehicle Insurance
- Ability to drive a minibus (NSW Class C license only) – Highly desirable
- Basic computer and smartphone working knowledge
About Us:
Anglicare supports people at all stages of life through providing quality home care, retirement living, residential aged care and community services across Sydney, Blue Mountains, Lithgow, New England, Illawarra and Eurobodalla.
Anglicare employs over 4000 staff of over 100 different nationalities. With a rich 160-year history of serving people in need, we offer life-enriching care and compassion for each person, meeting material, physical, emotional, social and spiritual needs.
To find out more, please visit: http://www.anglicare.org.au
What to expect - Next Steps after your application
- After submitting your application you will be invited to complete an online Chat Interview from Sapia AI.
- After completing your Chat Interview you will be invited to complete a short Video Interview in which Sapia AI will ask you three Scenario based questions for you to record your answers to from the comfort of your home via mobile phone or laptop/computer.
- After completing your Video Interview, our team will review your application and be in touch with you regarding next steps.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander candidates are encouraged to apply.
Jesus Christ honoured, lives enriched, and communities strengthened.
Anglicare is committed to ensuring the safety and wellbeing of children and young people and has zero tolerance of child abuse.
Applicants are encouraged to apply as soon as possible as applications may be reviewed prior to the closing date; and as such the closing date is subject to change without notice.
Application Close Date: May 10, 2026