Casual Wardsperson Tamworth

Employment Type: Casual

Position Classification: Wardsperson

Remuneration: $59, $ 59, % Super + Salary Packaging

Requisition ID: REQ607206

Location: Tamworth Hospital

Applications close: Sunday the 12th of October

Looking for a role where no two days are the same? Join our Wardsperson team and help keep our hospital moving, our patients cared for, and our environment safe

About the Role

As a Wardsperson with Hunter New England Health, you will play a key role in supporting the safe and efficient functioning of our health service. Your day-to-day tasks will include:

• Assist with patient lifting, moving, personal care, and hygiene to ensure the delivery of safe and high-quality care.

• Perform cleaning duties, including terminal cleans, removal of soiled linen, and infection control procedures, in line with NSW Health policies.

• Maintain and monitor cleaning equipment and ward stores, including the safe replacement of ward oxygen cylinders.

• Undertake portering and patient care duties, including patient transfers, pharmacy collections, and delivery of cytotoxic waste.

• Assist with the transfer of deceased persons to the mortuary and support staff in viewings.

• Wear appropriate PPE, adhere to chemical handling guidelines, and comply with WHS legislation.

• Complete all cleaning documentation accurately.

This is a hands-on and varied role that requires teamwork, responsibility, and reliability to ensure a safe and supportive environment for patients, visitors, and staff.

About You

The successful candidate will be:

• Responsible, reliable, and honest, with high ethical standards.
• Skilled in effective communication and able to work both independently and within a team.
• Flexible and available to work a rotating roster (24/7, including weekends and public holidays).
• Committed to patient safety, confidentiality, and infection control.
• Experienced in wardsperson, cleaning, or patient care duties (desirable).
• Knowledgeable in cleaning procedures and the safe use of agents.

Why Join HNELHD?
At Hunter New England Health, you'll enjoy a career that's both challenging and rewarding-working in a values-led organisation where your expertise will have a real impact. We offer:

• Monthly Allocated Day Off (ADO) for full-time employees

• 4 weeks annual leave (pro-rata for part-time)

• Paid parental leave (for eligible employees)

• Salary packaging – up to $11,600 + novated leasing options

• Fitness Passport – discounted gym memberships for you and your family

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and their families

• Opportunities to collaborate with diverse clinical and non-clinical teams

• A commitment to sustainable healthcare and cultural respect

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Applicants will be assessed against the essential requirements and selection criteria contained within the position description (link below). For assistance addressing selection criteria visit:

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This is a Category A position. Recommended applicants will be reviewed for compliance with NSW Health policy directive PD2024_015: Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination against Specified Infectious Diseases for Category A positions prior to offer. All new employees must agree to comply with the requirements outlined in the policy.

Salary Packaging: is beneficial to most Hunter New England Health employees and may increase your take-home pay Salary package a range of personal expenses including novated motor vehicle leases, relocation expenses, and HECS/HELP debt. Find out more by contacting SalaryPackagingPLUS via or

Hunter New England Health is dedicated to fostering a child-safe environment that respects and upholds the rights of children and young people, aligned with NSW Health's commitment to implementing Hunter New England Health is dedicated to fostering a child-safe environment that respects and upholds the rights of children and young people, aligned with NSW Health's commitment to implementing

At Hunter New England Local Health District, we are an inclusive employer dedicated to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and welcoming workplace. Our commitment to a workforce that reflects the community we care for is essential for delivering the highest quality healthcare to our community. We encourage people with diverse lived experiences to apply. If you require any accommodations or adjustments to the recruitment process please let us know when you apply or at any stage of the process. We will work with you to meet your needs and create the best possible experience. Please contact for confidential support to ensure an equitable, barrier-free application process.

To be eligible for permanent employment in this position you must be an Australian Citizen, or a permanent resident of Australia, or a New Zealand citizen with a current New Zealand Passport. Employment of a temporary visa holder may only occur if no suitable local candidate is identified for the position; in this instance, you may only be offered employment in line with the conditions and expiry date of your visa.

Hunter New England Health employees may be eligible for a range of benefits such as allocated days off (ADO) for full time employees, long service leave, paid maternity leave, and salary packaging options including meal expenses.

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