Assistant in Nursing Night Shift - Tweed River Care Community

Opal Aged Care; Tweed Heads; On-site; AUD 39,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Night shift opportunities

Competitive pay & penalties

Scholarships up to $15k

Ongoing training

Referral bonus

Job summary

Opal Aged Care’s Tweed River Care Community in Tweed Heads, NSW seeks compassionate Assistants in Nursing to join the night shift team. You will provide person-centred care, support daily living activities, and work with a supportive care team to promote residents’ independence and wellbeing.

This permanent night shift role offers competitive hourly rates, penalty rates, 12% superannuation, and access to Opal HealthCare Academy training and development opportunities.

Qualifications

• Certificate III in Ageing Support or equivalent required.
• Experience in person-centred care preferred.
• Must pass pre-employment checks (Police Check, Working with Children Check, etc.).

Responsibilities

• Provide personal care and daily living support to residents.
• Assist residents to maintain independence and dignity.
• Observe and report changes in wellbeing to nursing staff.
• Maintain a safe, clean living environment.
• Build relationships with residents and families.

Skills

Compassion

Teamwork

Communication

Education

Certificate III in Individual Support (Ageing)

Job description

Assistant in Nursing Night Shift - Tweed River Care Community

Tweed River Care Community, 7-9 Florence Place, Tweed Heads, New South Wales, Australia

Posted Tuesday 3 November 2026 at 2:00 pm

"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 C.A.R.E is at the heart of everything we do. Opal HealthCare is one of Australia’s leading private aged care providers, with over 150 Care Communities, caring for more than 14,000 residents and supporting over 23,000 team members nationwide.

About the Role

We're looking for caring and dedicated Assistant in Nursing / Personal Care Workers to join our team and make a meaningful difference in the lives of our residents. Working as part of a supportive care team, you'll provide person-centred care that promotes independence, dignity, wellbeing, and quality of life.

About Tweed River Care Community

Tweed River Care Community is conveniently located in the centre of Tweed Heads. Our Care Community is within minutes of Tweed Mall Shopping Centre, Tweed Heads Bowls Club and the beautiful beaches of the region. Our residents enjoy socialising outdoors in our tropical gardens and courtyards, or in our cosy indoor lounges. Our cafe is a lovely inviting spot to catch up with visiting family and friends.

What You'll Do

• Provide personal care and support with daily living activities
• Assist residents to maintain independence, dignity and wellbeing
• Build meaningful relationships with residents, families and team members
• Observe, report and respond to changes in residents' wellbeing
• Support a safe, clean and comfortable living environment
• Work collaboratively with nurses and the wider care team to deliver exceptional care
• Contribute to a positive team culture and continuous improvement initiatives

Benefits & Rewards

• Permanent opportunities available on night shift
• Competitive hourly rates plus penalty rates and 12% superannuation
• Paid parental leave and flexible public holiday options
• Ongoing learning and development through the Opal HealthCare Academy
• Scholarships of up to $15,000 for further study
• State and national career progression opportunities
• Team Member discounts, wellbeing programs and recognition initiatives
• Up to $5,000 referral bonus for eligible referrals
• Industry-leading systems, technology and innovation

What You'll Bring

• Certificate III in Individual Support (Ageing) or equivalent qualification
• A passion for delivering high-quality, person-centred care
• Compassion, empathy and a genuine desire to support older people
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Willingness to complete:
• Pre-employment medical
• Police Check
• NDIS Worker Screening Check

Make a Meaningful Move

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

Tweed River Care Community, 7-9 Florence Place, Tweed Heads, New South Wales, Australia