Female Disability Support Worker

Female Disability Support Worker

Langford Support Services | Hobart, TAS

Aged & Disability Support (Community Services & Development)

Permanent Part Time | $35 – $40 per hour //

Casual | $40 – $50 per hour (inclusive of casual loading)

We are seeking both permanent part-time and casual candidates for this role.

Make a Real Difference – Join Langford Support Services Today

Langford Support Services is seeking dedicated and reliable Female Support Workers to join our Supported Independent Living (SIL) Home in South Hobart supporting a group of nine participants with the assistance of a dedicated team of support staff.

This recruitment round will follow a Fast-Track, Invitation-Only Interview process to quickly fill urgent roster vacancies.

How the Process Works

1.Apply via SEEK with Resume + 1-page Cover Letter

2.After applying in Seek , you must also complete our Pre-Screen Form. Copy this link into your browser:

**Applications will be pre-screened on compliance and shift availability.

3.If you meet requirements, you will receive a formal interview invitation with time and venue details.

Please note: This is an invitation-only process. Walk-ins cannot be accommodated.

Applicants must be available for a mix of shifts including:

• Sleepover shifts: 3:00pm–11:00pm + Sleepover + 7:00am–9:30am
• Morning shifts: 6:00am–9:00am, 7:00am–10:00am
• Day shifts: 9:00am–3:00pm
• Evening shifts: 2:30pm–10:30pm, 3:30pm–7:30pm
• Weekend coverage (day, evening and sleepovers)

Please only apply if you can commit to this availability.

Why Join Us?

• Meaningful Work: Secure ongoing work with established roster lines
• Great Pay: SCHADS Award Level 2 pay rates (Casual & PPT) + penalties & sleepover allowances
• Career Growth: Ongoing training and professional development opportunities.
• Supportive Team: Work in a collaborative and values-driven environment.

Your Role & Responsibilities:

• Provide person-centered and active support tailored to each participant's goals.
• Assist with daily living activities, including personal care, mobility, meal preparation and household tasks.
• Support participants in social and recreational activities within the community.
• Implement individualized care plans and support strategies.
• Ensure a safe, respectful and empowering environment for participants.
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation of care and progress.
• Flexibility to work split shifts and overnight sleepovers is essential.

What You Bring:

• Confidence in supporting adults with complex needs and diverse abilities
• A strong understanding of the NDIS Quality and Safety framework and NDIS Code of Conduct.
• Experience supporting clients during sleepover and early morning shifts.
• Practical experience in person-centered and active support models.
• Ability to provide support during overnight sleepover shifts.
• Experience in team collaboration, supervision and conflict resolution.
• Strong time management, administrative, and computer skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to build strong relationships with stakeholders.
• A resilient and adaptable approach to changing priorities and participant needs.

Qualifications & Requirements:

• Female candidate (participant preference and roster needs)
• At least 5 plus years of disability support work experience
• Right to Work in Australia (Citizen/PR or Visa with work rights)
• Certificate III in Individual Support (Disability) or a willingness to obtain it.
• NDIS Worker Screening Clearance and NDIS Orientation Module Completion.
• Current Medication, Healthy Bodies, Manual Handling, First Aid & CPR Certification. Working with Vulnerable People (WWVP) Check with NDIS endorsement.
• National Police Check (less than six months old).
• A valid Australian driver's license (preferred).
• Availability for flexible shifts - early mornings, split shifts, weekends and sleepovers

For further inquiries or to request a Position Description, email (please do not send applications via email).

To maintain a professional and fair working environment, all applicants are required to disclose any personal relationships with current Langford employees. In accordance with our Recruitment, Selection & Probation Policy, relatives will not be permitted to work in the same site/department. We value transparency and appreciate your cooperation in this matter.

Langford Support Services is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage applications from diverse backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, individuals from culturally diverse backgrounds, and people with disabilities.