Support Worker – Activity-Based Lifestyle Coaching (NDIS)
Location: Cairns & surrounds
Job Type: Casual

Pay: According to experience and in line with the SCHADS Award (plus super + travel + activity costs)

Start: ASAP

About Us

At Pure Coaching, we do things differently.
We’re not a standard support service. We’re active, hands-on, and highly motivated to help participants connect with their goals in employment, social connections, sport and recreational activities, and life goals such as transitioning to independence.
We call ourselves coaches because we work alongside participants as equals, helping them build independence and confidence through action.

About the Role

You’ll support NDIS participants (mostly teens and young adults) in achieving personal, educational, employment, physical, and social goals through community-based activities. The role is dynamic, active, and requires genuine commitment.

Key Responsibilities

Understand each participant’s NDIS goals and actively support them to work towards achieving these goals

Build trust, rapport, and supportive relationships while maintaining professional boundaries

Support clients to access their community (appointments, social groups, fitness activities, employment pathways, and education)

Encourage and build participants’ fitness, health, and wellbeing goals through sport, exercise, and active living

Assist with developing life skills to independence such as shopping, cooking, money management, and household tasks

Facilitate and participate in activities such as camps, fishing days, beach outings, and group event

Encourage independence, confidence, and social connection through positive coaching and role modelling

Keep clear, accurate progress notes in ShiftCare and communicate effectively with the team

Safely transport clients to and from activities, ensuring their wellbeing at all times

About You

Energetic and approachable

Physically active and comfortable with outdoor and sport-based programs

Confident supporting neurodivergent clients (autism, ADHD, etc.)

Able to support participants to reach their goals in employment, education, and building community connections

Strong understanding of social services and the ability to link participants to appropriate supports

Excellent oral and written communication skills

Flexible — schedules change, and you can adapt without drama

Reliable car suitable for transporting clients. Vehicle must be registered, comprehensively insured, and maintained to professional standards (no vans/campervans).

Visa & Work Rights

Open to Australian or New Zealand work rights

Working holiday or similar visas accepted if minimum 8 months remain

No immediate sponsorship available; sponsorship may be considered after long-term performance

Essential Requirements

NDIS Worker Screening Check (or willing to obtain)

Blue Card (Working With Children Check)

Full driver licence + reliable vehicle as above

Our Recruitment Process

We don’t do traditional one-on-one interviews.
All shortlisted applicants are invited to a group interview session with team-based activities, problem-solving tasks, and role-play scenarios. This lets us see how you connect with others and fit our culture. If you only want a “normal interview,” this role isn’t for you.

What We Offer

A team culture built on energy, trust, value and growth

Mentorship and ongoing development

Employment Assistance Program for staff and their family members

Flexibility and value

Opportunities for leadership and long-term roles as the business expands

Apply Now

If this sounds like you, send your resume and a short intro explaining why you’re a fit for Pure Coaching to:
📧 [email protected]