Do you have a few hours to spare in the morning? Start your day making a real difference.

Looking for meaningful work that fits around your lifestyle? Whether you’re a student, parent, semi-retired, or simply looking to supplement your income, our morning support worker shifts could be the perfect fit.

At Forward Ability Support, we’re a not-for-profit organization with over 60 years of experience supporting people with spinal cord injuries and similar neurological conditions to live independently and achieve their goals.

We’re currently seeking compassionate Personal Support Workers to join our team in Newcastle, Oakhampton Heights, Wickham, Aberglaslyn and Arcadia Vale.

Current Available Shifts:

- Arcadia Vale: 6:00am – 9:30am | Minimum 2–3 shifts per week
- Wickham: 7:30am -10:30am / 11:15am, depending on the day | Potential for 2-3 regular shifts per week, with additional day/evening shifts available.
- Oakhampton Heights: Monday & Friday, 6:00am – 8:00am
- Aberglaslyn: Tuesday, Thursday & Friday, between 6:00am – 10:00am
- Newcastle City: 6:00am – 8:30am, depending on the day | opportunities to pick up additional shifts during the day, Monday–Sunday, depending on availability and participant requirements.

What you’ll be doing:

You’ll provide personalized, high-intensity support within clients’ homes, including:

- Showring and hygiene maintenance
- Mobility assistance, transfers and hoist use
- Bladder, bowel and catheter care
- Meal preparation and feeding assistance
- Household tasks and domestic support
- Community access using the client’s vehicle
- Completing daily progress notes

Why you’ll love working with us:

- Paid 3-day induction & training with a Registered Nurse
- Buddy shifts with experienced staff




- 24/7 Rostering Team and Registered Nurse support
- Ongoing clinical training and career development
- Opportunity to transition from casual to permanent part-time employment
- SCHADS Award Level 2 pay (Pay Point 1-2 based on experience)
- Access to an Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for confidential support and wellbeing resources
- The opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of people living with spinal cord injuries
- Enjoy access to Employment Hero’s employee benefits and perks, including discounts and special offers across retail, dining, travel, entertainment, health and wellbeing, fitness, and everyday essentials
- Join a supportive, values-driven not-for-profit making a genuine difference every day

To join our team, you’ll need

- NDIS Worker Screening Check (or willingness to obtain)
- National Police Check
- First Aid & CPR Certificate
- Driver’s licence and access to a vehicle
- Strong English communication skills
- Prior work reference
- Compassion, reliability and a positive attitude

Please note: Attendance at the mandatory 3-day orientation and training program at our Lidcombe site is a compulsory requirement prior to commencing work.

Please note:

- You must be available to work short split shifts where required.
- All new team members attend a paid 3-day induction in Lidcombe.

Ready to start your mornings with purpose? We’d love to hear from you. Apply today!

Please note: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Forward Ability Support is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply. Successful applicants will be required to consent to a pre-employment health assessment, reference checks and an NDIS Worker Screening Check.

📌 Personal Support Worker- Newcastle & Surrounding Suburbs (Morning Shifts)
🏢 Forward Ability Support
📍 Newcastle