Compassionate Nursing Assistant - Flexible Shifts & Growth

Opal Healthcare; Sydney; Hybrid; AUD 55,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Location: Manly Hillside Community

Roster: 7-day rotating shifts

Penalty rates for weekends & publichol

Job summary

Opal HealthCare's Manly Hillside Care Community on Sydney's Northern Beaches is seeking an Assistant in Nursing to provide personal care and support to residents, working with a dedicated clinical team to maintain a warm, inclusive home.

You’ll operate on a 7-day rotating roster with flexible shifts, and enjoy penalties for weekends/public holidays, superannuation, and parental leave; training opportunities through the Opal HealthCare Academy.

Qualifications

• Certificate III or IV in Aged Care or equivalent.
• Nursing students currently studying may apply.
• Demonstrated compassionate patient care and reliability.

Responsibilities

• Provide personal care and support to residents.
• Collaborate with the clinical team to maintain a warm, inclusive home.
• Support residents to maintain quality of life and safety.

Skills

Compassion

Reliability

Patient care

Education

Certificate III in Individual Support

Certificate IV in Aged Care

Nursing student studying

Job description

Assistant in Nursing - Manly Hillside Care Community

Manly Hillside Care Community, 4 Austral Avenue, North Manly, New South Wales, Australia •

Manly NSW 2095, Australia

Posted Thursday 24 September 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 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:

Located on Sydney's beautiful Northern Beaches, Manly Hillside Care Community offers a supportive environment where you can make a real difference in the lives of our residents every day.

As an Assistant in Nursing, you will provide personal care and support to residents while building meaningful relationships that enhance their quality of life. Working alongside a dedicated clinical team, you'll help create a warm, welcoming and inclusive home environment.

What’s on offer:

• Location: Manly Hillside Care Community, Manly
• 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 lie
• 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.

Apply now to take the next step in your aged care career with Opal HealthCare.

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

Manly Hillside Care Community, 4 Austral Avenue, North Manly, New South Wales, Australia,