Start a support worker traineeship
Want a job where you can make a real difference in someone’s everyday life?
Support workers help people live more independently, comfortably and confidently - and a traineeship is your first step into this meaningful career. During your traineeship a typical day could include:
- Supporting elderly people, people with disabilities, or those who are unwell
- Being a friendly companion and emotional support
- Assisting with personal care such as dressing, showering and hygiene
- Preparing healthy meals
- Helping with household tasks like vacuuming, cleaning and dusting
- Supporting clients with shopping, errands and appointments
- Organising and participating in social activities and outings
areer options available
Once qualified, you could work as a:
- Disability support worker
- Aged care worker
- Residential care worker
- In-home support worker
- Community support worker
What These Roles Involve
- Aged Care Worker: Helps elderly clients with personal care, eating, showering, dressing, cleaning and daily tasks. May work in aged care facilities or visit clients at home.
- Disability Support Worker: Supports people with disabilities across personal care, meal preparation, domestic tasks, transport to appointments and social support.
There will continue to be high demand for support workers across the sector, with opportunities to grow into more specialised roles over time.
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A career IN the support SECTOR would suit someone who is:
- Patient, adaptable and flexible
- A people person who enjoys building relationships
- Empathetic, caring and supportive
- A strong communicator, especially a good listener
- Someone with a genuine desire to make a difference in people’s lives
- Physically fit (some roles involve lifting or mobility support)
- Reliable and responsible
Healthcare support worker FAQ
How do I become a support worker?
Support workers in Australia don’t need a qualification to work in the sector, but most employers prefer to hire qualified staff. This is a Certificate level qualification from a Registered Training Organisation (RTO) like a TAFE or college. Qualifications that help you work as a support worker in the care sector include:
- Certificate III in Individual Support (Disability)
- Certificate III in Individual Support (Ageing)
- Certificate III in Individual Support (Ageing, Home and Community)
- Certificate IV in Ageing Support
How much are health support worker trainees paid?
As a Group Training Organisations or GTO, we employee you, so you’ll also get paid by us. This includes your wages, allowances, super, sick/holiday pay and other benefits. Get in touch to find out more about specific pay rates and current aged care support roles.
Looking to start your career in support work?
Apprenticeships and traineeships are a great way to kick-start your career. You get paid on-the-job training, whilst also completing a nationally recognised qualification.
Once you complete this form, we’ll email you a link to chat with Charlie, our friendly recruitment assistant.
Based on your answers, Charlie will connect you with the most appropriate local team, who will then guide you through the next steps.