Aged Care Trainee

5 days ago


Shoalhaven City Council, Australia IRT Group Full time $40,000 - $80,000 per year
About IRT

Founded 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 Role

We are looking for enthusiastic and caring people, with a genuine interest in a career in aged care, for part-time traineeship opportunities with IRT. This position is available in our Aged Care Centre at IRT Greenwell Gardens.

This exciting program is for a minimum of 24 months, and includes undertaking a Certificate III Individual Support, delivered by ITeC Academy, whilst gaining on-the-job experience and secure employment in a rapidly growing industry.

To Be Successful You Will Have
  • A commitment to undertaking the Certificate III in Individual support qualification
  • Able to commit to a minimum of 20 hours per week (combination of work and study).  Available Thursdays for study day.
  • A big heart – you're empathetic, adaptable and have a passion for supporting older Australians to live their best life possible
  • A passion to begin your career in the aged care sector 
  • Flexibility and availability to work shifts that include weekends, late afternoons and evenings

To be eligible for a traineeship candidates must:

  • Be living or working in NSW
  • Be an Australian citizen or permanent resident 
  • Must not have already completed or started studying a Certificate III in Individual Support or similar (higher qualifications in a like role such as Certificate IV or Bachelor make you not eligible for this traineeship)
  • Have basic internet knowledge and ready access to the internet
  • Be able to use a computer and have basic digital literacy skills
  • Have basic reading and writing skills to answer assessment questions
  • Own a computer/device to be able to complete course requirements
Benefits for You
  • Competitive pay and more cash in your pocket (less tax) with not-for-profit salary packaging
  • Flexible working conditions
  • Birthday leave - relax and take a day off on us
  • Professional and career development opportunities
  • Multiple career pathways
  • Discounted gym memberships
  • Free counselling via Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and staff wellness program
How to Apply

If you feel this is the right role for you, we'd love to hear from you Simply click the "Apply now" button, 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

Should we receive a large number of applications, this advertisement may close earlier than the listed date.

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