Care Team Manager

BaptistCare NSW & ACT; Lithgow City Council; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Sponsorship available

Accommodation assistance

Job summary

BaptistCare NSW & ACT is seeking an experienced Care Team Manager to lead clinical operations at the Niola Centre in Parkes. You will guide nurses and care staff to deliver safe, person-centred care while driving improvements and staff development.

The role is full-time, Monday–Friday, with attractive salary, relocation assistance, and sponsorship on offer to eligible candidates moving to the Parkes area.

Qualifications

• Current AHPRA registration as a Registered Nurse.
• Three to five years’ experience in aged care or complex clinical environments.
• Proven experience leading and developing clinical teams.
• Strong understanding of aged care standards, clinical governance and best practice.
• Infection Prevention & Control qualification (or willingness to obtain).
• Postgraduate qualifications in management, gerontology or training and assessment are highly regarded.

Responsibilities

• Lead the clinical care operations at Niola Centre in Parkes and oversee nursing and care staff.
• Mentor staff, uphold safe, high quality person-centred care and drive improvements.
• Oversee clinical practices and governance to ensure regulatory compliance.
• Support complex care needs and empower staff through development opportunities.
• Collaborate with leadership to enhance resident wellbeing and service delivery.

Skills

Leadership

Clinical governance

Infection prevention & control

Education

AHPRA Registered Nurse

Postgraduate qualifications in Management or Gerontology or Training

Certificate IV in Training & Assessment (preferred)

Job description

• Beautiful Parkes location - relocate to regional NSW
• Sponsorship and relocation package available

About the role

We’re seeking an experienced and motivated Care Team Manager to lead the clinical care operations at our Niola Centre in Parkes. In this key leadership role, you will guide and support a dedicated team of nurses and care staff, ensuring residents receive safe, high‑quality, person‑centered care every day.

You will oversee clinical practices, mentor and develop staff, support complex care needs, and drive continuous improvement across the service. This is an opportunity to combine your clinical expertise with strong people leadership to make a meaningful impact on residents, families and your team.

This role will be offered full time - Monday - Friday shifts.

Attractive Salary plus Relocation Assistance and Sponsorship on offer -Ready for a lifestyle change? We offer a relocation allowance for eligible candidates moving to the area, helping make your transition as smooth as possible.

Desirable Qualifications

• Postgraduate qualifications in Management, dementia, Gerontology, or Training and Assessment.
• Certificate IV in Training & Assessment (preferred).

Why Join Us?

• Initial accommodation and relocation assistance can be arranged if required
• Competitive salary with access to tax‑free salary packaging up to $18,550
• Real career growth as this role will allow for acting opportunities as the Residential Manager
• Discount for Medibank Private Health Insurance
• Study assistance up to $3,000 per year
• A supportive, inclusive workplace where your leadership is recognised and valued
• Access to family friendly benefits like our wellness programs and Fitness Passport

About You

You are an experienced Registered Nurse with a passion for leading others and delivering high‑quality aged care. You bring:

• Current AHPRA registration as a Registered Nurse
• Three to five years’ experience in aged care or complex clinical environments
• Proven experience leading and developing clinical teams
• Strong understanding of aged care standards, clinical governance and best practice
• Confidence in managing complex care needs and supporting clinical decision‑making
• Commitment to continuous improvement, quality outcomes and resident wellbeing
• Infection Prevention & Control qualification (or willingness to obtain)

Postgraduate qualifications in management, gerontology or training and assessment are highly regarded.

If you’re committed to delivering outstanding care and inspiring others to do the same, this is your moment.

Applications may be reviewed prior to the closing date.

Successful candidates will undergo background checks including police, reference, and medical screening as applicable.

About us

BaptistCare is a leading purpose‑led care organisation, guided by our Christian identity and serving people and communities across Australia for more than 110 years. We support people to live better through aged care, home care, retirement living, community services, disability support and housing.

We know that life’s challenges can make our world feel smaller. With the right people alongside us, it can feel more connected, supported and hopeful again.

That’s what we work towards every day - enriching lives through communities of care. Today, more than 70,000 customers, 12,000 employees and close to 2,000 volunteers are part of our communities across Australia.

BaptistCare -Inspired by Jesus to champion care for all.

Recruitment Agencies: This role is managed by our internal Talent Acquisition team. Unsolicited CVs will not be accepted.