Founded in 1866 by Saint Mary MacKillop and Fr Julian Tenison Woods, the Sisters of Saint Joseph of the Sacred Heart operates as a registered charity with central offices in Sydney, regional offices across Australia and offices in New Zealand and Ireland and a presence in some other countries.

The Nundah Convent, part of the Queensland Region, is the home of Sisters in Nundah, Qld. There are usually 16 permanent residents with a further 3 places available for offering hospitality to visitors and/or Sisters who may be recuperating from illness.

What we offer

We currently have an opportunity for a permanent full-time Home Care Worker to join the team at Nundah Convent. Reporting to the Operations Manager, this role is responsible for providing cleaning, housekeeping, kitchen and hospitality services to Sisters living at and visiting the convent. This position works a regular roster of Saturday to Wednesday, 9:00am to 5:00pm.

About you

We are looking for someone with experience in cleaning, housekeeping or hospitality services, preferably within a supported care, residential or aged care setting.

The successful candidate will be compassionate, reliable and practical, with a strong commitment to maintaining a clean, safe and welcoming environment while supporting the comfort and wellbeing of the Sisters at Nundah Convent.

We value, respect and are committed to the safety of all people. We have zero tolerance for adult and child abuse or mistreatment. We encourage applicants to read our Adult and Child Safeguarding Commitment Statement, Safeguarding Code of Conduct, and Safeguarding Policy, as part of the application process. These documents are available on our website under the heading 'Safeguarding' (





The Sisters of Saint Joseph is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace and encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

- Clean apartments, common areas, offices, dining and kitchen areas.
- Prepare, serve and clean up meals, including assisting with dishwashing and kitchen duties.
- Perform laundry duties, including changing bed linen and restocking supplies throughout the convent.
- Maintain cleanliness, hygiene and safety standards throughout the convent.
- Monitor and report maintenance issues, hazards and incidents.
- Respond to emergency calls and building emergencies in accordance with established procedures.
- Contribute to a welcoming, respectful and hospitable environment consistent with the values and mission of the Sisters of Saint Joseph.

ESSENTIAL SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE (SELECTION CRITERIA):

- Demonstrated experience in a supported care environment and/or domestic or commercial cleaning role.
- Current First Aid/CPR certification (or willingness to obtain).
- Effective interpersonal and conflict resolution skills.
- A positive and caring attitude.
- Demonstrated ability to work independently and with initiative and flexibility.
- Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.Demonstrated understanding of the principles of privacy and confidentiality.

The successful applicant will be asked to consent to a National Criminal History (Police) Check and fully vaccinated as per our Vaccinations Policy.

For further information about the Sisters of Saint Joseph, please visit Applications, which will need to include a cover letter outlining how you meet the selection criteria for this role and a CV (resume), should be submitted by 9am on 19 October 2026 .

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