About Bedford
Bedford exists to support people with disability to live the life they choose through a diverse range of skill-building opportunities, from social activities, experiences, supported employment and open employment. Underpinning this is the belief that diversity, inclusion and acceptance equals belonging for people of all abilities.
People with disability who live, work, and receive support from Bedford need to do more than just get by, they should be given the opportunity and resources to learn, grow and live meaningful, confident lives.
About the Role
Due to the continued growth of the Port Lincoln Learning and Experiences hub, an additional casual role has become available with shifts offered Monday to Friday and some Saturdays from 9.00am to 3.00pm. This role supports clients across a variety of community engagement activities including swimming, outdoor adventures and Social Saturdays, as well as center-based activities such as science, music, technology and photography classes within Bedford's purpose-built learning hub. The focus of the role is on empowering people with disability to achieve their goals and develop new skills within a supportive, positive, and fun environment.
Other key responsibilities include:
* Provide 1:1 or 1:4 support
* Support clients to achieve their NDIS goals
* Complete progress and incident reports
* Work with clients to promote individual choice and control
* Provide transport to clients as required
* Provide personal care, including assistance with dressing and toileting when required
About You
As an experienced and qualified support worker you will have knowledge of the NDIS Practice Standards, Code of Conduct and Quality and Safeguarding Framework. You will have a person-centred approach, and a genuine passion for working with people with a disability to support them in achieving their goals and building new skills. As a bonus, you may have the opportunity to share your own hobbies, skills, or passions with the clients, contributing to the success of our growing Learning and Experiences program.
Other knowledge, skills and attributes include:
* Minimum Cert III in Disability (or equivalent)
* Current First Aid and CPR certification
* Ability to complete comprehensive and accurate client notes
* A positive focus on empowering clients
For this role the following documents must be provided prior to a formal offer of employment with Bedford.
* A National Police Clearance (no older than six months old)
* Driver's licence
* NDIS worker screening clearance, or other NDIS approved clearance to work in the disability sector
* Evidence of right to work in Australia
* 100 points of identification
What's in it for you?
* Reduce the amount of tax you pay each year with access to generous PBI salary packaging that can be used towards paying rent, mortgage, utilities, loan repayments, childcare, novated leases and more
* Casual day shifts available supporting a healthy work / life balance
* Encouraging and supportive team environment
* Use of a Bedford pool vehicle to transport clients
* Work for a well-respected and established disability organisation
* Access to Bedford's generous rewards and recognition program
* Gain a real sense of purpose as you see clients reach their potential and watch their independence grow
If you would like to enquire further about this opportunity, please contact Sarah Shepherd, Acting Regional Manager, Learning and Experiences on All enquiries will be treated with confidence.
Applications close Tuesday, 10 October 2024
Bedford reserves the right to close applications prior to this date.
At Bedford, we believe in fostering a diverse, accepting, and inclusive workplace where everyone feels a sense of belonging. We welcome applications from individuals of allgender identities, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, First Nations people, and those with disability.
If you require any adjustments to support your application or the recruitment process or require an alternative method of applying that is accessible to you, please do not hesitate to contact the recruitment team on or via email at We're committed to promoting a welcoming and supportive environment for all candidates, and we look forward to hearing from you.