Aged Care Traineeship | Earn While You Learn | No Support Work Experience Required
Looking for a career where you can genuinely make a difference every day?
Whether you're returning to work, changing careers, or looking for your first step into the care sector, this paid traineeship gives you the opportunity to earn while you learn, gain a nationally recognised qualification, and build a rewarding career supporting older Australians.
This opportunity allows you to complete the nationally recognised CHC***** Certificate III in Individual Support (Ageing) while gaining paid, hands-on experience in a Home & Community settings.
ACA is looking for people who can bring customer service skills and a desire to work in this growth industry, supporting elderly residents living in the coastal and metro suburbs of Adelaide's inner-south (Unley, Marion, Mitcham, Holdfast Bay, and Onkaparingacouncil areas in particular).
Unlike residential aged care, you'll travel between clients' homes, helping older Australians maintain their independence while continuing to live safely in their own homes.
Every day is different, and you'll build meaningful one-on-one relationships with the people you support.
This traineeship combines on-the-job training, classroom learning, and ongoing mentorship, making it ideal for career changers, return-to-work candidates, and those passionate about supporting older Australians.
What's in it for you?
Earn while you learn
Nationally recognised qualification, fully funded
Shifts available between 7:00am and 7:30pm
Paid study time
Ongoing mentoring and support
No support work experience required
Work that genuinely makes a difference in peoples' lives
Start a career in one of Australia's fastest growing industries
Career pathways include
Aged Care Worker
Personal Care Assistant (PCA)
Home Care Assistant




Residential or Community Support Worker
Respite Care Worker
Accommodation Support Worker
You will thrive in this role if you:
Have an Interest in Aged Care & Community Services
Are warm, respectful, and compassionate towards others
Have strong communication and customer service skills
Are physically fit and work well independently & in team environments
Are a resilient, empathetic problem-solver
Have your own vehicle and SA driver's licence (P2 Provisional Licence is required)
Have a willingness to obtain a National Police Check and undertake a First Aid and Manual Handling course
What you'll learn
You will develop skills in person-centred care, communication, legal and ethical practice, personal care, promoting healthy lifestyles, basic first aid, and supporting the independence and wellbeing of older people.
How to apply
If you're looking for more than just a job and want a career where your kindness, patience and compassion make a real difference every day, we'd love to hear from you.
Please be advised, to be eligible for the traineeship you:
Must be an Australian or New Zealand Citizen or Permanent Resident
Must not already hold Cert III in Individual Support or above
Apply via SEEK with your updated resume and a cover letter outlining:
Why you want to work in aged care
Why you're a great fit for this traineeship
If you would like a casual, confidential conversation about the chance, please contact Jamie from the ACA Recruitment Team on ******** *** or Hilary on ******** *** (business hours only) or email ******
At Apprenticeship Careers Australia, our values guide all that we do and who we are.
We are passionate about providing an inclusive workplace where we learn from each other to create a better Australia.
We care about our people and those we represent, and we achieve success through a collaborative and courageous working environment.

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