Be part of a team that empowers its people, supports career growth, and creates meaningful outcomes for customers - make an impact with Northcott.
About The Role:
We are currently seeking multiple Support Workers to join our dedicated team on a permanent part time & casual basis in Wagga Wagga, Murrumbidgee region. These roles involve working in our Life Skills Program, providing high‑quality, person‑centred support to our customers.
You will support customers to build skills and maintain independence by providing respectful, person-centred care, using safe manual handling techniques, assisting with daily tasks and community access, and fostering positive relationships that help them achieve their goals.
We welcome people from all backgrounds because we know that diverse experiences, abilities, languages, and cultures strengthen our team, enhance the support we provide to our customers, and make Northcott stronger.
Benefits, Perks & Wellbeing:
At Northcott, we believe in looking after the people who drive our organisation. That’s why we offer a range of fantastic employee benefits designed to support your wellbeing, lifestyle, and career growth.
- Exclusive Discounts & Benefits – Enjoy discounted health insurance, gym memberships, motor services and more.
- Salary Packaging – Boost your take-home pay and save on tax with up to $15,900 annually. Enjoy the benefits of salary packaging—no matter where else you work.
- Excellent Leave Entitlements for PPT roles – Enjoy generous annual leave, paid personal leave, and paid parental leave, supporting your wellbeing, work-life balance, and family commitments.
- Perkbox – Access everyday savings, discounts, and wellbeing resources — our way of supporting you beyond the pay packet.
- Accessibility & Wellbeing – Inclusive workplace with support for employees with disability, including tailored adjustments, flexible work options and a Psychologically safe environment and various staff networks.
- Learning & Career Growth – Ongoing training, development, and opportunities to advance your career, with your contributions always valued.
About You:
We are looking for someone who is caring, patient, and passionate about helping people build confidence and independence. You see potential in every individual and are committed to supporting participants to develop practical life skills, achieve their goals, and engage meaningfully in their communities. Here’s what will help you shine in this role:
- Experience supporting people with disability, mental health challenges, or other support needs, either professionally or through lived experience.
- A genuine passion for empowering participants to develop life skills, increase independence, and build confidence in everyday activities.
- Strong communication skills and the ability to build positive, respectful relationships with participants, families, and support networks.
- Experience supporting community access, social participation, goal setting, and skill development in areas such as budgeting, cooking, travel training, personal organisation, and daily living activities.
- The ability to remain calm, adaptable, and solution-focused when supporting participants through challenges.
- A positive attitude, strong teamwork skills, and a commitment to person-centred support that promotes choice, inclusion, and independence.
Support Worker Position Description
How To Apply:
Click APPLY to submit your application.
Please include:
- Your current resume
- A short cover letter outlining your skills, experience and what interests you about this role.
We encourage you to visit our website to learn more about our mission to ensure our values and culture are a good fit for you: Our Story
At Northcott, we believe everyone deserves the chance to live life their way. As a not-for-profit disability service provider, we support people with disability to explore new possibilities, reach their goals, and shape their own futures. Joining Northcott means becoming part of a passionate, purpose-driven team that grows together and celebrates every success — big or small.
Northcott will review candidates throughout the recruitment process, likely before the close date and you will be advised of an outcome. For general enquiries about the role you are applying for, please email recruitment@northcott.com.au .