Wardsperson

Employment Type: Permanent Part Time

Position Classification: Wardsperson

Remuneration: $ $30.26 per hour (+ superannuation + salary packaging options)

Location: Bathurst, NSW – Find out more

Hours Per Week: 20

Applications Close: 27 August 2025 – 11:59pm

Wardsperson

Bathurst Health Service

About the role

The Wardsperson provides support to the Nursing Team in the delivery of patient care as directed by nursing staff, general assistance in wards, cleaning duties and portering for patient transfers around the facility.

Working with us means you have country living while being part of a meaningful service, access to corporate wellbeing programs including Fitness Passport and opportunities for learning and development including in-house training with My Health Learning.

This position is managed by Downer on a day-to-day basis. You would have a current driver's licence, the ability and willingness to work shifts, on a rotating roster, including weekends and public holidays. The successful applicant will be physically based at Bathurst Health Service, a part of the Western NSW Local Health District.

To find out more about the role click to view the Position Description

A career with Western NSW means you can challenge yourself, make an impact and shape the future of rural health. To explore the benefits of a career in our Local Health District, visit the WNSWLHD website.

To apply for this role:

• Click 'Apply'
• Create a profile in the Recruitment & Onboarding (ROB) System or sign in using your existing login
• Upload your current resume
• Answer the selection criteria

Role-related enquiries: Please contact Sandy Felstead on or at for more information.

Additional information for applicants:

• All suitably qualified Aboriginal people are encouraged to apply for this position. This is a targeted position under GSE Rule 26. Where possible, affirmative action will be applied to support employment of eligible persons.
• This recruitment may be used to create an Eligibility List for similar roles in the future.
• Western NSW LHD can provide reasonable adjustments in the workplace. Applicants who provide information on an injury, health condition, or disability in their pre-employment forms will receive a functional assessment from our Risk Management Unit (RMU). This review will consider the applicant's needs and what reasonable adjustments and workplace supports are available to support their employment journey.
• Western NSW LHD is committed to the safety and wellbeing of every child in our care. All staff in WNSWLHD are required to provide a safe and supportive environment for children, while working to protect them from harm and abuse. For more information on the Child Safety Standards, visit: NSW Government - Office of Children's Guardian
• Western NSW is committed to creating a safe and accessible workplace that promotes diversity, inclusion and belonging. As a vibrant and diverse region, rich in community and culture, we welcome applications from all people to build a respectful workplace dedicated to delivering the best health outcomes for our community.
• To find out more about the remuneration and conditions, visit NSW Public Health System Awards

For more information, visit a Guide to Employment with WNSWLHD