Wardsperson Brain Injury unit
Make a real difference in patient care every day
Join a supportive team in a leading NSW Health facility
Enjoy a role where no two days are the same
Support patient care and safety by assisting with transfers, mobility, and essential services in a dynamic hospital environment.
Employment Type: Permanent Part Time and Full Time positions available
Position Classification: Wardsperson
Remuneration: $61,962.05- $62,396.17 per annum / $31.24-$31.46 per hour
Hours Per Week: Up to 38 (Job Share may be considered for part time hours)
Location: Westmead
Where you'll be working
You’ll be part of the Brain Injury Unit at Westmead Hospital, a world-class facility committed to excellence in patient care and rehabilitation. Our team values collaboration, respect, and continuous improvement.
Work in a modern, patient-focused environment
Be part of a multidisciplinary team dedicated to recovery and wellbeing
Enjoy a culture built on NSW Health CORE values
Opportunities for ongoing training and development
Contribute to a safe, positive, and inclusive workplace
What you'll be doing
As a Wardsperson, you’ll play a vital role in supporting clinical teams and ensuring patient comfort and safety. This hands-on position involves working closely with nursing staff and other hospital professionals.
Assist with patient care activities such as rolling, turning, bathing, and mobilising
Safely transport patients via bed or wheelchair throughout the hospital
Operate relevant equipment and maintain compliance with safety standards
Provide exceptional customer service to patients, staff, and visitors
Contribute to quality improvement initiatives and a positive team culture
Ready to make an impact?
Join NSW Health and be part of something bigger. Apply today to start a rewarding career where your work truly matters.
How to Apply
Apply online by submitting your resume, and addressing the criteria listed below by providing examples that demonstrate your ability before the closing date.
Demonstrated experience as a wardsperson or in a patient care role within an acute care setting
Demonstrated ability to work independently, with effective time management and prioritisation skills
Good knowledge of Infection Control and, Work Health and Safety standards and procedures, with a particular focus on clinical manual handling
Ability to work effectively as a team member, supporting other and taking directions from team leaders, supervisors and other staff as required.
Good communication skills, both written and verbal, and the ability to communicate respectfully to line management, colleagues, patients and visitors.
Ability to perform the physical demands of the position, which includes pushing patient occupied beds, lifting patients using relevant equipment and mobilising wheeled equipment.
Ability and willingness to work a 24 hr/ 7 day per week rotating roster across Blacktown and Mount Druitt Hospital, which includes weekends and public holidays.
Requisition ID: REQ603762
Applications Close: 29th December 2025
Please be aware that due to the Christmas / New Year period, there may be a delay in the progress of your application. The convenor of this position may not be in contact with you until the new year if you are successful in obtaining an interview.
Need more information ?
Find out more about applying for this position.
Review the detailed Position Description for insights into role requirements and criteria.
Explore the selection process, employment checks, outcomes and notifications.
For inquiries about the role, contact Leonnie Dawson on 88907941 Leonnie.dawson@health.nsw.gov.au
People with disabilities who meet the selection criteria are encouraged to apply; and where required, WSLHD will implement reasonable adjustment consistent with industry standard.
Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply. Stepping Up aims to assist Aboriginal job applicants by providing information about applying for roles in NSW Health organisations. For more information, please visit https://www.steppingup.health.nsw.gov.au/ .
Westmead hospital car parking allocation model is changing. There is a waitlist for parking for new staff commencing at Westmead Hospital. This does not apply for staff with disability.
Please note: To be eligible for permanent appointment to a position in NSW Health, you must have an Australian citizenship or permanent Australian residency.
