Job Description

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Job no: 495001
n Work type: Part time
n Location: Mareeba
n Categories: Assistant in Nursing

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We know you want to focus on relationships, not just tasks, so we will support you with a unique relationship-based care system and a priority on maintaining good staffing levels.

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You also have a life and responsibilities outside of work though, and we will work with you to agree the shifts that suit you and remain flexible and open-minded about whatever might come up in the future.

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We are a not-for-profit organisation, but more importantly, we are like one big family and treat each of our residents, families, and team members with the same levels of passion, care, and respect.

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We are hoping you will join our fantastic Whiddon family at Mareeba Maclean, in the Northern Rivers region, Permanent part-time basis working at least 40 hours per fortnight. Candidates must be willing to work night shifts.

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We are looking for candidates that hold a Cert III or IV in Individual Support, or equivalent (or who are willing to undertake these studies).

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Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

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WHAT WE OFFER

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At Whiddon, we provide our people with benefits that will enhance their experience and provide them with things they actually want and will use. Our benefits are centred around 'Five Pillars' – mind, body, financial, social and career.

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- Comprehensive leave options to support you in mind and body (Permanent employees)
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- 5 weeks Annual Leave (or the option to cash out Annual Leave)
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- Access to Long Service Leave after 5 years
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- 12 weeks paid Parental Leave
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- Up to 5 days paid Fertility leave
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- Up to 3 days paid Community Service leave each year
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- Up to 4 days paid Compassionate leave
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- Extra public holiday per year with Frank Whiddon Day
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- Employee Assistance Program for when you need extra support
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- Salary Packaging options so you can keep more of your pay. Did you know that by salary packaging, you can increase your hourly rate by more than $2? This is how:
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- Up to $611.53 per fortnight to pay your mortgage, rent, school fees, etc.
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- Up to $101.92 per fortnight to pay entertainment activities like cafes, restaurants, etc.
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- Remote living options including rent and mortgage packaging, utilities and holiday transport.
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- Novated leasing, a financial wellness program, a personal car buying service and a rewards program through our partners.
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- Quarterly gifts, including Cost of living voucher, ACE Day, Christmas gifting and other ad-hoc gifts from time to time.
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- Access to retail benefits and perks, including excellent discounts, and passes to the cinema, tickets to concerts or sports events, food vouchers, and more!
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- Employee Referral Program. Get paid up to $500 to refer our next Whiddon star.
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- Learning, learning, learning. Whiddon Scholarships Programs, Leadership Development Programs, Traineeships and more... we want to support your educational journey!
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- Get recognised for your great work! Just in Time Recognition, Milestone Celebrations, Everyday Heroes, Annual Awards night and more.
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- Recognition for successfully completing your probation period.
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- Locations across NSW and QLD.If you need to relocate or wish to transfer between our Homes
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Please note all successful candidates are required to provide evidence of NDIS Workers Check.

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Advertised: 06 Aug 2026
n Applications close: 06 Sep 2026

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📌 Assistant in Nursing - Mareeba Maclean
🏢 Whiddon Group
📍 Mareeba