Why students are a great fit for working with Estara

• Short, flexible shifts before or after classes – perfect for fitting around your study timetable

• Weekend and holiday shifts available – ideal for earning extra income during breaks

• Real clinical/allied health experience – observe and support therapy, mobility, rehabilitation and daily living activities in a specialist spinal and neurological environment

• Learn from a multidisciplinary team – including spinal nurses, allied health clinicians, peer support mentors and support coordinators

• Make a genuine difference – support people with spinal cord injury and related disabilities to achieve their goals and participate fully in community life

• Pathway to future roles – build your resume, references and confidence for graduate roles in health, disability and rehabilitation services

• Practical placement opportunities – be the first to lock in a placement opportunity with insight into how our teams work, so you’re well positioned to secure a formal placement when you’re ready.
  

What you’ll do

As a casual Support Worker, you might:

• Assist clients with personal care, mobility, transfers and daily living tasks

• Support access to community, recreation, education and employment activities

• Work alongside allied health and nursing staff to implement therapy programs and goal‑focused support

• Help clients use equipment and assistive technology safely and confidently

• Contribute to a positive, respectful and empowering support environment

You’ll be supported with orientation, on‑the‑job training and clear guidance from experienced team leaders.

You might be a great fit if you:

• Are currently studying Developmental Education, Occupational Therapy, Physiotherapy, Nursing, Paramedicine, Exercise Physiology or a related health/allied health degree

• Are passionate about disability inclusion, rehabilitation and person‑centred care

• Communicate well, show initiative and are comfortable working both independently and as part of a team

• Want to gain practical, resume‑building experience in a specialist clinical and community setting
  

Requirements

To work with Estara, you must have (or be able to obtain):

• Working with Children Check

• NDIS Worker Screening Check

• First Aid certificate (HLTAID011 or equivalent)
  

Casual shifts that fit your life

We know uni comes first. That’s why our casual roster is designed for students:

• Short shifts before or after classes

• The ability to pick up weekend shifts

• Extra shifts during university holiday periods

You can pick up as many or as few shifts as suit your study and personal commitments.