Wardsperson - Bankstown Hospital - Perm/Temp FT/PT
Requisition ID: REQ652452
Employment Type: Permanent Full Time / Part Time minumum 24 hours per week / Temporary Full Time, up to 38 hours per week from June to September 2026
Remuneration: $31.25 - $31.46 per hour + 12% Superannuation + Salary Packaging
Location: Bankstown-Lidcombe Hospital
Applications close: 27/04/2026
Contact: George Bayeh - Nurse Manager - Emergency Department - Email on George.bayeh@health.nsw.gov.au
With your skills and experience, you can contribute to the millions of ways we're enriching health, and develop your career as part of the largest health organisation in Australia.
Achieve Something Great
The Wardsperson role in the Emergency Department offers a rewarding opportunity to make a real difference every day in a fast‑paced, people‑focused environment. As a valued member of a supportive multidisciplinary team, you’ll help ensure patients are moved safely, cared for with dignity, and supported during some of their most challenging moments
- You’ll work within a dedicated Patient Support Services team, collaborating closely with nurses, allied health staff, and clinical support personnel.
- The team is known for its strong communication, teamwork, and commitment to patient safety.
- Wardspersons are essential to the smooth operation of the hospital and Emergency ensuring patients are transferred safely, spaces are prepared, and staff are supported in delivering high quality care.
- Develop and implement safe patient handling practices, ensuring comfort and dignity during transfers and movements.
- Apply safe manual handling techniques and follow work health and safety principles to protect yourself and others.
Are You the Right Fit?
Bring your skills and qualities to succeed in this role:
- Develop and implement safe patient handling practices with the support of structured training and supervision.
- Apply Work Health and Safety principles, particularly safe manual handling and infection control practices.
- Build confidence in clinical support tasks, including patient transfers, equipment movement, and ward preparation.
- Enhance your understanding of safe work procedures, ensuring you protect yourself, patients, and colleagues.
- Work effectively within a collaborative team, contributing to a positive and inclusive workplace culture.
Selection Criteria
To help us assess your suitability for the role, please tell us as much as you can about yourself in response to the questions below.
- Are you aware of and acknowledge that this position requires the ability to work a 7-day rotating roster, covering mornings/afternoons/nights, weekends and Public Holidays?
- Please elaborate on how your skills and experiences align with the role requirements and highlight what you will bring to add value to the department.
Share the main reasons for your application for this role and tell us what aspects of joining Bankstown-Lidcombe hospital as a wardsperson motivates you
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Position Information
Applicants will be assessed against the criteria in the Position Description.
How to Apply
Read our application guide and tips for improving your application.
Diversity, Culture & Inclusion
We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer dedicated to accessibility and a supportive recruitment experience. If you require adjustments or assistance during the application process, please contact SWSLHD-EmploymentHub@health.nsw.gov.au
We value the diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives of our workforce and are committed to fostering a respectful and welcoming environment. We strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, neurodivergent individuals, those from Refugee, multicultural and multifaith backgrounds, and members of the LGBTQI+ community.
Aboriginal Workforce
For Aboriginal candidates who would like to talk to our Aboriginal Workforce Team, please contact SWSLHD-AboriginalWorkforce@health.nsw.gov.au. Support is also available through the Stepping Up website.
More Than Just a Job – Why Work With Us?
Financial Perks
12% superannuation
Salary packaging and novated leasing via Smart Salary
Annual leave with 17.5% leave loading (for full-time and part-time staff)
One extra day off each month for full-time employees
Work-Life Balance
Flexible work options, including hybrid and varied hours (depending on the role)
Paid maternity and parental leave
Generous leave options like long service and carers leave
Grow Your Career
Access to learning opportunities through our dedicated Education and Organisational Development team, who support staff with training, workshops, and career development programs.
Health & Wellbeing
Discounted gym membership through Fitness Passport
Free and confidential support for staff and their families via our Staff Wellbeing and Support Service (EAP)
Wellbeing programs that promote mental health, resilience, and balance
Additional Information
Temporary visa holders
May be considered if no suitable citizen or permanent resident is found.
Vaccination Requirements
All staff must meet NSW Health’s vaccination and screening requirements before starting.
Child Safe Employment
South Western Sydney Local Health District 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 the Child Safe Standards. We aim to ensure that children and young people feel safe, supported, and included in their care. All current and prospective staff are expected to prioritise the safety, welfare, and well-being of children and young people, actively working to protect them from harm and abuse.
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