Assistant in Nursing

Opal HealthCare; Coffs Harbour City Council; On-site; AUD 3,857,000 - 5,235,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible rostering

Penalty rates for weekends

12% superannuation

Paid parental leave

Referral bonuses

Career development via Opal Academy

Scholarships for further education

Leave loading

Public holiday pay options

Job summary

Opal HealthCare is seeking a passionate Assistant in Nursing to join our team at Coffs Harbour Grange Care Community on a permanent part-time basis. You will work with experienced nurses to support residents with daily living activities and build meaningful connections to enhance wellbeing.

We welcome applicants with Compassion, Reliability and Empathy, and those holding a Certificate III/IV in Aged Care or Disability qualifications. Pre-employment checks are required.

Qualifications

• Certificate III or IV in Individual Support / Aged Care is required.
• Certificate in Disability is required.
• Nursing students currently studying are welcome to apply.
• Pre-employment medical, police check and NDIS Worker Screening Clearance are required.

Responsibilities

• Support residents with daily living activities alongside experienced nurses and care teams.
• Help create meaningful connections to enhance wellbeing and quality of life.
• Contribute to a caring, safe, and respectful environment at the Coffs Harbour Grange Care Community.

Skills

Compassion

Reliability

Empathy

Education

Certificate III or IV in Individual Support / Aged Care

Certificate in Disability

Job description

\"At Opal HealthCare, we know that companies don’t succeed, people do.\"
Our purpose is to bring joy to those we care for and our values of Compassion, Accountability, Respect and Excellence reflect that CARE is at the heart of everything we do. Opal HealthCare is one of Australia’s leading aged care providers with over 149 Care Communities and over 23,000 team members nationwide.

About the Role:

We are seeking passionate and caring Assistant in Nursing to join our team on a permanent part-time basis. Working alongside experienced nurses and care teams, you'll support residents with their daily living activities while creating meaningful connections that enhance their wellbeing and quality of life.

Bring your compassion, build lasting relationships and make a real difference every day at Coffs Harbour Grange Care Community.

What’s on offer:

• Location:Coffs Harbour Grange Care Community, Coffs Harbour.
• Roster:Flexible shifts across a 7-day rotating roster
• Additional Benefits: Penalty rates for weekends and public holidays, 12% superannuation & paid parental leave

Why Choose Opal?

• Work-life balance with flexible shifts and rosters
• Career development through our Opal HealthCare Academy
• Cert IV Med Comp Training
• Emerging & Senior Leadership Pathways
• Online learning via: academy.opalhealthcare.com.au
• Study support – Scholarships up to $15,000 for further education
• Leave loading – Cash out or use when needed
• Public holidays – Choose extra pay or time off in lieu
• Paid parental leave
• $5,000 referral bonuses for bringing a friend onboard
• National career progression opportunities
• Sector-leading systems & innovation

Who We’re Looking For:

We welcome applications from individuals with the following:

• Certificate III or IV in Individual Support / Aged Care
• Certificate in Disability
• Nursing students currently studying

  If you’re compassionate, reliable, and passionate about making a difference in the lives of others, we’d love to hear from you.

  Make a Meaningful Move

  Join a team that truly values your skills, supports your growth, and puts care first.

  Please note: All applicants must complete a pre-employment medical, police check, and obtain an NDIS Worker Screening Clearance.