McMaugh Gardens: Casual Personal Care Assistant (Night Shift Focus)

Job No:USC482

Closing Date: 23 Oct 2026 AEDT

About the Role

We are seeking dedicated and compassionate Personal Care Assistants to join our team on a casual basis at our 36-bed aged care facility , with a particular need for employees who are available to work night duty shifts .

To be successful in this role, you will be committed to providing compassionate care, demonstrate professionalism and reliability, and work effectively as part of a supportive team environment. Have flexibility to accept casual shifts, with night duty availability highly regarded and preferred .

Remuneration

The position offers an hourly rate of $31.95 , plus casual loading, applicable penalties and superannuation, in accordance with the Local Government, Aged, Disability and Home Care (State) Award .

Please note: Candidates are encouraged to submit their applications early. Multiple casual positions are available, with a particular focus on recruiting employees for night duty coverage. The advertisement may close prior to the advertised closing date if positions are filled earlier.

Uralla Shire Councilis an Equal Employment Prospect employer and values the unique contributions of all people. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds and people with a disability are encouraged to apply.

Council recognises the unique skills and attributesdemonstrated by service personnel in their service to our country and applications from ex-service personnel are welcome.

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Job Requirements

- Selection Criterion 1: Relevant Experience and Time Management Please describe your experience working in a personal care, aged care, disability support, health care, or similar role. In your response, provide an example of how you effectively managed competing priorities, multiple tasks, or deadlines while maintaining a high standard of service or care.
- Selection Criterion 2: Communication, Teamwork and Computer Skills Describe a situation where you worked as part of a team to achieve a positive outcome. In your response,



outline how you used your communication and interpersonal skills, and include any experience you have using Microsoft Office programs and other computer-based systems in the workplace.
- Selection Criterion 3: Commitment to Aged Care, Ethics and Confidentiality Explain why you are passionate about working in aged care and supporting older people. Provide an example that demonstrates your commitment to professionalism, ethical behaviour, maintaining confidentiality, and delivering respectful, person-centred care.
- Demonstrated availability and willingness to work night duty shifts on a regular basis, including weekends and public holidays. Flexibility to work additional shifts when required will be highly regarded.

Providing Equal Employment Opportunity data is voluntary. Any information that you do provide will remain confidential and will only be used as statistical information to assist with Equity & Diversity policy development.

Do you identify as an Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander?

- No
- Yes, Aboriginal
- Prefer not to answer

Are you from a racial, ethnic or ethno-religious group which is a minority in Australian Society?

- Yes
- No

Is English the primary language spoken at home?

- Yes
- No

Have you served in the Australian Defence Force?

- Yes
- No

Do you have a disability?

- Yes
- No
- If you have answered yes to the above question, and you were successful in obtaining this position, what accommodations could we do as the employer to facilitate your work?

Have you read Council’s guide for applying for a job?

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As part of our recruitment process, prior to a formal offer of employment being made, recommended candidates may be required to undergo a medical. Are you willing to undertake a medical assessment?

- Yes
- No

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