Personal Care Worker Jobs
Personal Care Worker Aged Care Jobs in Australia
If you are looking for a role as a personal care worker in aged care, we are here to help. Sanctuary Recruitment is Australia's specialised aged care consultancy with years of experience in the aged care sector. Our longstanding and nurtured relationships within the industry means we can pair you with aged care providers that meet your requirements and career needs.
We are recruiting personal care worker positions across the country on a contract and casual/temporary basis. If you are looking for work to fill in-between other commitments, or would like to block book for a contract, then we have the roles for you.
To apply for an aged care role visit our jobs board or get in contact with one of our consultants today.
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Roles and Responsibilities of a Personal Care Worker
A PCW (personal care worker) is a caregiver who works alongside registered nurses,
enrolled nurses and management to provide care and treatment to residents.
A PCW who works in a residential aged care home would be expected
to carry out the following:
- Assist with ADLs (Activities of Daily Living)
- Help the registered and enrolled nurses with clinical care
- If medication competent, administer medications
- Complete meal rounds and assist residents with eating and drinking
- Providing emotional support to both residents and their families
- Monitor behaviours of their residents and notice any changes in character
Our PCWs work around the clock, filling shifts in the AM, PM and at night. We have
a fantastic community of caregivers within Sanctuary and we are always looking for
enthusiastic and dedicated professionals to come on board.
To express your interest in working with Sanctuary, give us a call today on: 02 8459 8101
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Our Personal Care Worker Roles across Australia
We are hiring personal care workers/assistant in nursing roles, as well as other aged care positions in various locations such as:
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Aged Care
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All Aged Care
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Director of Nursing
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Registered Nurse
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Clinical Nurse Specialist
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Enrolled Nurse
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Regional Manager
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Care Manager
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Clinical Care Coordinator
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Nurse Practitioner
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Executive Leadership
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Quality & Clinical Governance
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Education & Compliance
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Lifestyle & Leisure / Recreational Activities Officer
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Personal Care Worker / Assistant in Nursing
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Hospital
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All Hospital
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Registered Nurse
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Personal Care Worker / Assistant in Nursing
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Enrolled Nurse
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Aged Care Blog
An Interview with our Nursing Team
First written: August 2024 The second in our ‘Meet the team’ series, we spoke to Rhys, one of our wonderful Sydney based AINs. He has been part of the Sanctuary team for the past three years, working on a casual basis in homes across Western and Northern Sydney, NSW. He has worked in a variety…
What Skills Does an Aged Care Worker Need?
First published: November 2024 Aged care workers are essential healthcare professionals that provide daily high-quality care to residents in aged care homes. To become an aged care worker, having the right skills and traits is just as important as obtaining the correct aged care certifications. Mastering both will lead you on the path to success. To…
Can I Work in Aged Care Without a Certificate?
First published: June 2024 Aged Care is a fruitful industry, and as leaders in the recruitment of aged care professionals in Australia, we often are posed with the question of if you can work in aged care without a relevant certificate. Working in aged care can look different to each person. As it is a…
What is Aged Care?
First published: January 2025 Aged care is a collection of services delivered to older people (usually aged 65 and over), both inside and outside of their home, that allows them to live a full, normal life. Aged care is provided on a variety of different levels, depending on the needs of the client. In Australia,…
Once in a Generation Aged Care Reform
First published: September 2024 On the 12th September 2024 the Albanese Government announced their plans to deliver historic aged care reforms, with $5.6 billion being invested into a package that will bring the greatest improvement to aged care in 30 years. It is projected that within the next 40 years, those aged 65 and over…
What is Duty of Care in Aged Care?
First published: November 2024 Duty of care in aged care is the legal and moral obligation and responsibility an aged care worker has, to ensure the physical and emotional safety of residents in their care. Alongside being legally and ethically sound, this encompasses providing a high-quality level of care that meets the clients needs, keeping…
Duties and Responsibilities of an Aged Care Worker
First published: July 2024 Aged care workers working in the Australian aged care industry are responsible for more than just fundamental duties and responsibilities. They are expected to provide personal, emotional, and holistic support to their residents, playing a key part in a resident’s twilight years. Working in aged care is an admirable profession, one…
Shining a Spotlight on Female Leadership in Aged Care
First published: March 2024 A background to women in leadership The aged care industry is dominated by female workers, with 86% of the RAC workforce (direct care workers) identifying as female. Despite this overwhelming percentage, female leadership positions are still low in comparison to men, with women CEOs making up 19% across all industries. Females…
Aged Care Reform Roadmap Explained
First published: May 2024 The Department of Health and Aged Care have set a three-year roadmap to introduce aged care reforms to improve services delivered to the elderly population. These changes are being implemented with the aim to ensure all resources are of high quality, easily accessible and beneficial to the older people of Australia,…
Creating a Heartwarming Holiday Season in Aged Care
First published: December 2023 The festive season in Residential Aged Care is a time to bring the residents and their families together to celebrate the Christmas period. It may be a new experience for those observing this occasion away from the comfort of their family home, so making sure that everyone feels included in the…