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Aged Care Employee - IRT Marco Polo Unanderra

Posted: Oct 16, 2025

Job Description

About IRTFounded in 1969, IRT’s mission was to provide better options in housing and care for older people. Now 50 years later, our purpose remains the same.We improve the lives of more than 9100 people every day in NSW, the ACT and Qld. We’re one of Australia’s largest community-owned providers of independent living, aged care and home care. We’re proud to have more than 40 communities and home care service hubs in NSW, the ACT and Qld.IRT is an equal opportunity employer. We find excellence in diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We are proud of our culture and employ people across a diverse range of occupations, backgrounds and skills, who are passionate and committed to creating a better world for all older Australians.About The RoleAs an Aged Care Employee at IRT Marco Polo Unanderra, you will provide compassionate and personalized care to elderly residents, supporting their physical, emotional, and social needs. Your role is essential in enhancing the quality of life for our residents while ensuring a safe and supportive environment. This is a part-time opportunity with mostly morning and afternoon shifts, and a few night shifts available, Monday through Sunday. The right candidate must be able to work a minimum of 25 hours per week.Your Work Will IncludeAssisting our residents with their daily living and personal needs such as eating, showering, personal hygiene, dressing, personal grooming and general mobilityAdministering medication and applying simple wound dressingsSupporting resident participation in lifestyle and social activities To Be Successful You Will HaveCertificate III in Individual Support or Certificate IV in Ageing Support or equivalentA big heart - you're empathetic, adaptable and have a passion for supporting older Australians to live their best life possibleExperience in aged or community care, or a passion to begin your career in the aged care sectorBenefits For YouCompetitive pay and more cash in your pocket (less tax) with not-for-profit salary packagingFlexible working conditionsBirthday leave - relax and take a day off on us!Professional and career development opportunitiesMultiple career pathwaysDiscounted gym membershipsFree counselling via Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and staff wellness programIf you feel this is the right role for you, we’d love to hear from you! , fill in your details and submit. Once you apply, we’ll be in touch to discuss your application. Or alternatively, please contact IRT Recruitment. All successful candidates will be required to undergo pre-employment checks including reference checks, pre-employment functional assessment and a National Criminal History Check.

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