Are you a skilled and experienced leader looking for a rewarding career opportunity in the Riverina? Westhaven is seeking a permanent, Full time Team Leader to join our Wagga Wagga team. We need an accountable, effective leader to guide our local workforce and help us provide high-quality support across the region.

The Rewards

- Pay: SCHADS Level 4 ($46.70/hr) + loadings + 12% Super.
- Tax Savings: Up to $15,900 salary packaging + $2,650 Meal/Entertainment card.
- Perks: Fitness Passport, exclusive local discounts (automotive, pharmacy), NAB Employee Benefits and bespoke Leadership Training.

The Role

- Balance: Split your week effectively with 2 days working on the floor alongside clients and 3 days focused on admin and leadership duties.
- Empower: Lead, coach, and inspire a diverse team of Support Workers to deliver consistent, safe care.
- Quality: Ensure effective administrative processes, including quality reporting, planning, and record-keeping.
- Drive: Manage performance and utilize your experience to nurture an inclusive, high-performing workplace.

What You Need

- Experience: Proven leadership background managing teams in complex care,



behaviours of concern, and mental health.
- Skills: High emotional intelligence, strong negotiation, and advanced conflict resolution skills.
- Flexibility: Ability to successfully manage the dual expectations of hands-on support and administrative oversight.
- Compliance: NSW Driver's Licence, WWCC, NDISWC, First Aid & CPR, plus a pre-employment Police Check.

Please Note: To be considered for this Support Worker role under the SCHADS Award, applicants must hold valid, independent Australian working rights, as Westhaven does not offer visa sponsorship for this position.

Applications Close: 9:00am Wednesday 7th October 2026, or earlier if a suitable candidate is found.

Enquiries: All enquiries should be directed [email protected].

Westhaven is an EEO employer. We embrace diversity and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, CALD backgrounds, and those with lived experience of disability.

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