Current England Support Services – Tamworth NSW

New England Support Services (NESS) is seeking experienced, qualified and highly capable Disability Support Workers to join our growing team in Tamworth.

We are looking for professionals who take genuine pride in the quality of their work. You will be confident working independently, understand the responsibilities that come with supporting people with disability, and be able to provide safe, respectful and person-centred support from your first shift.

This is not an entry-level position. Applicants must have demonstrated experience working within the disability sector.

About the Role

Depending on your experience and availability, you may provide support across:

- Individual one-to-one support
- Community access and social participation
- Personal care and daily living activities
- Employment and capacity-building supports
- Supported Independent Living
- Evening, weekend and sleepover shifts

This position is based in Tamworth.

Employment will initially be offered on a casual basis, with opportunities for permanent employment as our services in the Tamworth region continue to grow and suitable ongoing hours become available.

About You

You are an experienced Disability Support Worker who can build professional, respectful and reliable relationships with participants, families and colleagues.

You will be:

- Calm, confident and capable when working independently
- Reliable, punctual and committed to your rostered shifts
- Qualified in your communication and conduct
- Skilled in completing clear, accurate and timely documentation
- Able to follow support plans, risk assessments, policies and procedures
- Person-centred while maintaining appropriate professional boundaries
- Proactive, practical and solution-focused
- Committed to participant choice, dignity, safety and meaningful outcomes

Previous experience in a senior, supervisory,



team leader or management position within disability services will be highly regarded.

Experience supporting participants with complex needs, personal care, Supported Independent Living or high-intensity supports will also be viewed favourably.

Essential Requirements

Applicants must hold, or be able to provide before commencing:

- Certificate III in Individual Support, Disability, Community Services or a higher relevant qualification
- Current First Aid certificate
- Current CPR certificate
- Current NDIS Worker Screening Check
- Current Working With Children Check
- Current National Police Check
- Valid NSW driver licence
- Reliable and comprehensively insured vehicle
- Full Australian working rights

Applications that do not demonstrate relevant disability sector experience and the required qualifications may not progress.

Why Join NESS?

NESS is a locally owned and operated disability support provider with a strong and growing presence throughout the New England region.

We believe experienced Support Workers should be treated as skilled professionals. We provide the structure, communication and leadership support our team needs to perform their roles confidently and safely.

As part of NESS, you will receive:

- Highly competitive wages under the SCHADS Award
- Supportive and accessible local management
- Clear systems, expectations and communication
- Access to a high-quality Employee Assistance Program
- Ongoing training and professional development
- Opportunities to work across a variety of support environments
- Career development and leadership opportunities
- A genuine pathway to permanent employment
- The opportunity to grow with an established regional organisation

We maintain high standards because our participants deserve excellent support. In return, we are committed to creating a workplace where capable and dedicated employees feel supported, respected and valued.

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📌 Experienced Disability Support Workers (Tamworth Regional Council)
🏢 New England Support Services
📍 Tamworth Regional Council