Aged Care Traineeships (Wellbeing Focus) – Northeast/Western Suburbs

Residential Aged Care Support Worker Traineeship (Wellbeing Focus)

📍 Adelaide – North East & Western Suburbs
🕒 Part-Time | Flexible Hours | 14–16 Month Traineeship

Start Your Career in Aged Care – No Experience Needed

Apprenticeship Careers Australia (ACA) is offering a fantastic entry-level opportunity for individuals looking to start or change careers in the aged care sector.

This paid traineeship allows you to complete the nationally recognised CHC33021 Certificate III in Individual Support (Ageing) while gaining valuable, hands-on experience in a Residential Aged Care setting.

If you’re passionate about supporting older people and enjoy engaging others through activities and wellbeing programs—this could be the perfect role for you.

About the Role:

This traineeship has a strong wellbeing and lifestyle focus, supporting residents to live meaningful and independent lives.

You’ll assist with coordinating and delivering daily activities and contribute to a positive, person-centred care environment.

✔ Support residents with lifestyle and wellbeing activities
✔ Assist with planning and coordinating daily programs
✔ Encourage independence using a strength-based approach
✔ Build meaningful relationships with residents and staff

What's in it for you?

✔ Fee-free qualification – CHC33021 Certificate III in Individual Support (Ageing)
✔ Earn while you learn – paid employment + paid study time
✔ Hands-on industry experience in Residential Aged Care
✔ Ongoing support from a dedicated Field Consultant
✔ Minimum 15 hours per week guaranteed
✔ Competitive hourly rate + super + leave entitlements

Who we are looking for:

✔ New to aged care (no existing Cert III in Individual Support)
✔ Warm, compassionate, and respectful
✔ Strong communicators with good customer service skills
✔ Reliable, resilient, and empathetic
✔ Interested in wellbeing, activities, or lifestyle coordination

Desirable (but not essential):
✔ Experience in scheduling, coordination, or activities
✔ Driver’s licence and access to a vehicle

Requirements:
✔ Willingness to obtain a National Police Check
✔ Willingness to complete First Aid & Manual Handling training

What You’ll Learn:

Throughout the traineeship, you’ll develop skills in:

✔ Person-centred care
✔ Communication and relationship building
✔ Legal and ethical practice
✔ Supporting independence and wellbeing
✔ Promoting healthy lifestyles
✔ Basic first aid and personal care

Career Pathways:

Upon completion, you may progress into roles such as:

✔ Aged Care Worker
✔ Personal Care Assistant (PCA)
✔ Home Care Assistant
✔ Community Support Worker
✔ Respite Care Worker
✔ Accommodation Support Worker

How to apply:

Apply with your updated resume and a cover letter outlining:

• Why you want to work in aged care

• Why you’re a great fit for this traineeship

If you would like a casual, confidential conversation about the opportunity, please contact Jamie from the ACA Recruitment Team on 0497 105 095 (business hours only) or email jamie.burford@apprenticeshipcareers.com.au

At Apprenticeship Careers Australia, our values guide all that we do and who we are. We are passionate about providing an inclusive workplace where we learn from each other to create a better Australia. We care about our people and those we represent, and we achieve success through a collaborative and courageous working environment.